Components |
1. Strut assembly 2. Spring lower pad 3. Dust cover 4. Coil spring 5. Spring upper pad |
6. Bumper rubber 7. Insulator assembly & sturt bearing 8. Lock nut 9. Insulator cap |
Removal |
1. |
Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
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2. |
Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from the front hub.
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3. |
Disconnect the stabilizer link with the front strut assembly after loosening
the nut (A).
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4. |
Loosen the mounting bolt (A) and then remove the brake hose bracket
from the strut assembly.
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5. |
Loosen the upper strut mounting nuts (A).
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6. |
Remove the front strut assembly (A) from the front axle (B) by loosening
the bolts & nuts.
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Disassembly |
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1. |
Remove the insulator cap (A).
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2. |
Using the spring compressor, compress the coil spring (A).
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3. |
Using SST (0K546-F6100), loosen the self locking nut.
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4. |
Remove the insulator, spring pad, coil spring and dust cover from the
strut assembly.
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Inspection |
1. |
Check the strut insulator for wear or damage.
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2. |
Check rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
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3. |
Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal
resistance or unusual sound during operation.
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1. |
Fully extend the piston rod.
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2. |
Drill a hole on the A section to remove gas from the cylinder.
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Reassembly |
1. |
Install the insulator, spring pad, coil spring and dust cover from the
strut assembly.
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2. |
Compress and extend the piston rod (A) and check that there is no abnormal
resistance or unusual sound during operation
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3. |
Using the special tool (0K546-F6100), install the self locking nut.
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Installation |
1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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2. |
Check the alignment.
(Refer to Suspension System - "Alingment")
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Seat belt warning light
Driver's seat belt warning
As a reminder to the driver, the seat belt warning light will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds each time you place the ignition switch to the ON position regardless of belt fastening. At this time, if the seat belt is not fastened a warning chime will sound for 6 seconds.