Outlander AWD L4-2.4L SOHC (2003)
a.
Inspect the front struts on both sides to confirm the coil spring is seated properly in the lower seat. Reposition if necessary.
b.
Inspect the front struts on both sides to confirm the hole in the upper strut seat is aligned with the hole in the lower strut seat.
NOTE:
If it has already been repositioned 30 degrees clockwise, contact Tech Line.
c.
On vehicles produced since 12/3/02, inspect the strut springs: <--
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If the strut springs are blue/blue (2WD) or blue/purple (4WD), go to Step 7. <--
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If the strut springs are blue/yellow (2WD), or blue/white (4WD), reposition <--
the strut upper spring seats as described below.
On vehicles produced before 12/3/02, reposition <--
the strut upper spring seat on both sides as shown.
7.
Reinstall the front struts and test drive to verify if the drift is minimized. If drift is beyond that of normal road crown drift, contact Tech Line for
further repair instructions.
