Front Strut Assembly Removal and Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Reference: FRONT STRUT ASSEMBLY CHECK
CAUTION:
The strut bracket nut is pre-coated with friction stabilizer. If the nut is reused, it may work loose. Never reuse the strut bracket nut.
Install strut assembly by reversing removal procedure, noting the following instructions.
- Insert bolts in such direction as shown in figure.
- Tighten all fasteners to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Strut bracket nut (a): 140 N.m (14.0 kg-m, 101.5 lbf-ft)
Brake hose mounting bolt (c): 26 N.m (2.6 kg-m, 19.0 lbf-ft)
Stabilizer joint nut (d): 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lbf-ft)
- Lower hoist and vehicle in unloaded condition, and tighten strut nut (b) to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Strut nut (b): 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lbf-ft)
WARNING: If the brake hose is twisted when it is installed, the hose may get damaged. Install the brake hose carefully so as not to twist it.NOTE: If the wheel speed sensor harness is twisted when it is installed, the harness may get damaged. Install the wheel speed sensor harness carefully so as not to twist it. - Tighten wheel nut to specified torque referring to WHEEL (WITH TIRE) REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- After installation, confirm front wheel alignment.