Strut and Spring Assembly: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

Position the strut and spring assembly and loosely install the 4 new upper strut mount nuts.
Position the strut and spring assembly to the wheel knuckle and install the 2 new lower strut-to-wheel knuckle nuts and bolts.
- Tighten to 250 Nm (184 lb-ft).
Attach the wheel speed sensor harness to the strut.
NOTE: To install the nut, use the hex holding feature to prevent the stabilizer link ball joint from turning while installing the nut until snug. Finally, tighten the nut using a socket and a torque wrench.

Install the a stabilizer bar link upper nut.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
Tighten the 4 new upper strut mount nuts.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, REFER to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Check and, if necessary, adjust the front end alignment. REFER to TOE ADJUSTMENT - FRONT or REFER to CAMBER ADJUSTMENT - FRONT