9-2X F4-2.0L Turbo (2005)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Rear Suspension
Rear Strut
DISPOSAL
Refer to Front Strut as a guide for disposal procedures.
REMOVAL
Remove the strut cap of quarter trim.
Loosen the rear wheel nuts.
Lift-up the vehicle, and remove rear wheels.
Remove the brake hose clip, and then remove the brake hose from rear strut.
(1) Brake hose clip
(2) Brake hose
Remove the bolts which secure the rear strut to housing.
Remove the nuts securing strut mount to body.
INSTALLATION
Secure the strut mount to vehicle body using a new self-locking nut.
Tightening torque: 20 Nm (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 ft. lbs.)
Secure the rear strut to housing using a new self-locking nut.
Tightening torque: 200 Nm (20.0 kgf-m, 145 ft. lbs.)
Install the brake hose to lower side of strut, then insert the brake hose clip.
Important:
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Check the hose clip is positioned properly.
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Check the brake hose for twisting, or excessive tension.
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Do not subject the ABS wheel speed sensor harness to excessive tension.
Lower the vehicle and tighten wheel nut.
Tightening torque: 90 Nm (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft. lbs.)
Install the strut cap to rear quarter trim.
