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Front Strut and Spring Assembly: Installation

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  1. Position the front strut and spring assembly and install the new front strut and spring assembly upper bolts.

    Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

    GFD617438Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Install the cowl panel. Refer to: COWL PANEL GRILLE .
  3. Install the new front strut and spring assembly-to-wheel knuckle bolts and nuts.

    Torque: 173 lb.ft (235 Nm)

    GFD617439Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Position the front stabilizer bar link and install the new front stabilizer bar link upper nut. Position and clip the wheel speed sensor harness.

    Torque: 85 lb.ft (115 Nm)

    GFD617440Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. If equipped. Position dynamic suspension wire harness and clip the harness retainers in place.
    2. If equipped. Connect the dynamic suspension electrical connector.
    GFD617441Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Position the brake hose and install the brake hose bracket bolt.

    Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

    GFD617433Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Install the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
  7. Check and if necessary adjust front camber. Refer to: Front Camber Adjustment .
  8. Calibrate the suspension system. Connect the scan tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan tool directions.