Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the steering knuckle to strut assembly.

Fig 1: Identifying Strut To Steering Knuckle Bolts & Nuts (2 Of 2)
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Loosely install the strut to steering knuckle bolts and nuts.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Ball Joint Stud
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Position the lower ball joint stud into the steering knuckle.
CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Using the SA9140E, install the ball stud nut.
Tightening torque

Tighten the nut to 40 N.m (30 lb ft) .
Tighten the strut to steering knuckle bolts and nuts.
Tightening torque

Tighten the bolts and nuts to 180 N.m (133 lb ft) .

Fig 3: Identifying Joint Cotter Pin
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NOTE: Do not loosen the castle nut for cotter pin installation.
Tighten the castle nut enough to allow for cotter pin installation.
NOTE: The cotter pin must not contact the wheel speed sensor or drive axle.
Install a new cotter pin.
Install the outer tie rod end to the knuckle. Refer to RACK AND PINION OUTER TIE ROD END REPLACEMENT .

Fig 4: Identifying Stabilizer Shaft Link & Strut Assembly
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NOTE: Do not allow the stabilizer link ball stud to rotate while installing the link nut.
Position the stabilizer shaft link to the strut assembly and install the nut.
Tightening torque

Tighten the nut to 65 N.m (48 lb ft) .
Install the wheel bearing/hub assembly. Refer to Installation Procedure .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to INSTALLATION PROCEDURE .
Lower the vehicle.
Perform a wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT .