Front Strut and Spring Assembly

DISASSEMBLY

WARNING: Coil springs and strut assemblies are compressed under extreme load. Always use a spring compressor for disassembly. Follow procedure instructions carefully and make sure the spring compressor has the correct spring plates or adapters. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

1. Refer to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Compress the coil spring enough to relieve the tension on the strut assembly.
   General Equipment : Spring Compressor
   General Equipment : Vise

1. NOTE: Note the position of the components before removal.

   NOTE: Use an Allen key to prevent the piston rod from rotating.

ASSEMBLY

1. NOTE: During assembly, apply the specified silicone brake grease to the strut rod and the top and sides of the outermost part of the dust boot.

   To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
   Material : Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound / XG-3-A (ESE-M1C171-A)

1. NOTE: Use an Allen key to prevent the piston rod from rotating.

   Only tighten the nut finger tight at this stage.
   General Equipment : Spring Compressor
   General Equipment : Vise

1. NOTE: Make sure that the spring is correctly located in the lower spring seat.

   NOTE: Make sure that the installation marks are aligned.

1. NOTE: Use an Allen key to prevent the piston rod from rotating.

   General Equipment : Spring Compressor
   General Equipment : Vise
   Torque : 48 Nm

1. Refer to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and Installation).
   

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