1. Using new self-locking nuts, and attach the strut mount to the body.
Tightening torque:
20 N·m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.5 ft-lb)
2. Using new self-locking nuts, and attach the rear strut to housing.
Tightening torque:
200 N·m (20.4 kgf-m, 148 ft-lb)
3. Attach the brake hose to lower side of the strut, then insert brake hose clip.
4. Attach the rear vehicle height sensor bracket to the rear cross member. (HID model, right side only)
Tightening torque:
7.5 N·m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
5. Attach the rear vehicle height sensor bracket to the lateral link. (HID model, right side only)
Tightening torque:
7.5 N·m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
6. Connect the connector to the rear vehicle height sensor. (HID model, right side only)
7. Lower the vehicle and tighten wheel nut.
Tightening torque:
90 N·m (9.2 kgf-m, 66 ft-lb)
8. Attach the strut cap to the rear quarter trim.
9. Connect the battery ground cable to the battery.
10. Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.
11. Re-initialize the auto headlight beam leveler system. (Model with HID) 