Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Overhaul
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STRUT AND SPRING - FRONT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major
service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of
lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure correct retention of these parts.
NOTE:Do not use an impact wrench on the strut rod nut.
1. Mount the strut and spring assembly in a suitable spring compressor.
WARNING:Always wear eye protection when servicing a vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
2. Compress the coil spring enough to relieve the tension on the strut assembly.
3. Remove and discard the strut rod nut.
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To assemble, tighten the new nut to 103 Nm {10.3 kgf-m, 76 ft-lbf}.
4. Remove the strut.
5. Remove the lower coil spring insulator.
6. Remove the coil spring.
7. Remove the upper coil spring insulator.
