Spring And Damper Assembly - Front - LH - Remove And Replace: Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

CAUTION: Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.

NOTE: Clean the affected areas before installation.

CAUTION: Only fully tighten suspension nuts and bolts when the vehicle is on a 4-post lift and the suspension is in the ride height position.

Ensure that the clip that secures the brake hose to the spring and damper assembly is installed correctly.

Rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles: The hose and the clip are installed from the same direction.

NOTE: Ensure that the clip is fully seated, with the "fingers" both remaining on the bottom side of the retaining bracket.

Top view, RWD (correct)	Bottom view, RWD (correct)
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Dual motor (DM) vehicles: The clip is installed from the rear.

NOTE: Ensure that the clip is fully seated, with the "fingers" both remaining on the bottom side of the retaining bracket.

Top view, DM (incorrect)	Top view, DM (correct)	Bottom view, DM (correct)
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Refer to the Alignment Requirement tables to determine if an alignment check (AC) or full adjustment (FA) is necessary. See ALIGNMENT REQUIREMENT - SUSPENSION .