Forester F4-2.5L SOHC (2004)
4) Using a coil spring compressor, compress the coil spring.
NOTE: Make sure that the installing direction of coil spring is as shown in the figure.
5) Set the coil spring correctly so that its end face fits well into the spring seat as shown in the figure.
6) Install the helper and dust cover to the piston rod.
7) Pull the piston rod fully upward, and install the rubber seat and spring seat.
NOTE: Ensure that upper spring seat is positioned as shown in the figure.
8) Install the strut mount to the piston rod, and then tighten a new self-locking nut temporarily.
9) Using a hexagon wrench to prevent strut rod from turning, tighten the self-locking nut with ST.
ST 927760000 STRUT MOUNT SOCKET
Tightening torque: 55 Nm (5.6 kgf-m, 41 ft. lbs.)
10) Loosen the coil spring carefully.
INSPECTION
Check the disassembled parts for cracks, damage and wear, and replace with new parts if defective.
DAMPER STRUT
