TL V6-3.5L (2007)
Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Service and Repair
Damper & Spring Replacement
Damper/Spring Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Remove the right side engine compartment cover (A), right rear engine compartment cover (B) and left rear engine compartment cover (C).
2. Remove the strut brace (D) with the vehicle on the ground.
3. Raise the front of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
4. Remove the front wheel.
5. Remove the damper fork (A) from the damper (B) and lower arm (C).
6. Remove the flange nuts (A) from the top of the damper, then remove the damper assembly (B).
Installation
1. Position the damper assembly (A) in the body with the aligning tab (B) facing inside, then loosely install the new flange nuts.
