For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitable support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the cap and nuts from the strut upper area.
3. Remove the wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
4. On vehicles equipped with an antilock brake system (ABS), disconnect the ABS sensor line from the strut assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement .
5. Remove the brake hose e-ring and disconnect the brake hose.
6. Remove the strut bracket bolts and nuts.
7. Remove the strut assembly.

### Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

1. Install the strut assembly and the strut bracket bolts and nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the strut bracket bolts and nuts to 140 N·m (103 lb ft).

2. Install the brake hose and install the e-ring.
3. If equipped, connect the ABS sensor line.
4. Install the cap and nuts from the strut upper areas.

Tighten
Tighten the strut nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

5. Install the wheels.