Removal Procedure
- Raise the vehicle and provide suitable
support. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Vehicle Lifting
and Jacking in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to
Wheel Removal
Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the strut from the vehicle. Refer to
Strut Assembly Replacement
Strut Replacement in Rear Suspension.
- Place the strut in a vise and file the upper strut-to-knuckle
hole lateral (oblong). Compare the appearance of the holes before filing (2)
with after filing (3).
Installation Procedure
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the strut to the
vehicle. Refer to
Strut Assembly Replacement
Strut Replacement
in Rear Suspension.
Tighten
Tighten the strut-to-knuckle bolts as far as to allow movement of the
knuckle.
- Install the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to
Wheel Installation
Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Adjust the camber (1).
Tighten
Tighten the strut-to-knuckle bolts to 122 N·m (90 lb ft)
- Lower the vehicle.