Coil Spring And Shock Absorber: Assembly

When installing coil spring on strut, it must be positioned as shown.

Fig 1: Positioning For Installing Coil Spring On Strut
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Install upper spring seat with alignment mark facing the outer side of vehicle, in line with strut-to-knuckle attachment points.
Replace strut lower mounting nuts.
When installing strut to knuckle, be sure to hold bolts and tighten nuts.
Strut to knuckle tightening torque :114 - 133 N.m (11.6 - 13.6 kg-m, 84 - 98 ft-lb)

Fig 2: Installing Upper Spring Seat With Alignment Mark Facing Outer Side Of Vehicle
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