Lancer L4-2.4L SOHC (2005)
4. Align the hole in the strut assembly lower spring seat with the hole in the upper spring seat.
NOTE: Using a pipe as shown facilitates the alignment.
5. Align both ends of the coil spring with the grooves in the spring seat, and then loosen the special tools.
CAUTION: Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the self-locking nut, otherwise the self-locking nut will not be tightened securely.
6. Using special tools MB991681 and MB991682, tighten the self-locking nut to 60 ± 10 Nm (45 ± 7 ft. lbs.).
INSPECTION
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Check the bearing for wear or rust.
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Check the rubber parts for damage or deterioration.
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Check the spring for deformation, deterioration or damage.
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Check the shock absorber for deformation.
