VUE AWD V6-3.5L VIN 4 (2004)
3. With the spring in the compressor, install the strut into the spring.
4. Assemble the upper spring seat onto the strut shaft and align the flat with the strut to knuckle mounting bracket.
5. Assemble the top mount onto the strut shaft and align the flat 180 degrees from flat on the upper spring seat.
6. Loosely install the strut shaft nut.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
7. Hold the strut shaft and tighten the shaft nut while verifying that the upper spring seat flats align with the top mount.
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Tighten the strut shaft nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
8. Release the tension on the J 45400.