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Front Strut and Spring Assembly: Assembly

1.

To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.

2.

Make sure that the lower spring seat is properly installed.

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3.

NOTE: Make sure the strut bearing tabs are aligned before compressing the spring.

Align the strut bearing tabs.

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4.

NOTE: Use care not to damage the spring coating.

NOTE: Typical strut and spring assembly shown in illustration.

Install the new strut rod nut.

Use the General Equipment: Spring Compressor

Use the General Equipment: Vise

Torque: 98 lb.ft (133 Nm)

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