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Coil Spring and Shock Absorber: Disassembly and Assembly: Assembly

  1. When installing coil spring on strut, it must be positioned as shown in illustration.
    Fig 1: Identifying Coil Spring On Strut
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  2. Install the shock absorber mounting insulator as shown in illustration in line with lower shock mount and step in lower seat.
    Fig 2: Identifying LH Strut Assembly
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    • The step in the strut assembly lower seat faces outside of vehicle.
  3. Tighten the new piston rod lock nut to specification. Refer to [FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY: COMPONENT ].
    • Use a new piston rod lock nut for assembly.
  4. Remove commercial service tool.