1 Remove applicable engine bay trim to gain access to the strut tower brace bolts. Remove the strut tower brace to gain access to the strut top mount bolts. (Figure 1)

2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the top of the strut. (Figure 2)

4 Disable the air suspension system per manufacturer’s instructions.

7 Disconnect the ride height sensor arm from the lower control arm. (Figures 5, 6)

8 Un-route the wheel sensors wire harness and the brake line from the brackets on the spindle. (Figure 7, 8)

9 Remove the upper control arms bolt and disconnect the ball joints from the spindle. (Figure 9)

10 Disconnect the sway bar link from the lower strut mount. (Figure 10)

11 Remove the lower bolt from the lower strut mount. (Figure 11)

12 Remove the clamp bolt from the lower strut mount. (Figure 12)

13 Use an appropriate tool to spread the clamp and remove the lower strut mount from the strut. (Figure 13)

14 Remove the three top mount bolts and remove the strut from the vehicle. (Figure 14)

Tighten all nuts and bolts to manufacturer’s specifications during the installation process.

1 Install the new Arnott strut into the vehicle. Loosely thread one of the bolts in to secure the strut in place. (Figures 15, 16, 17)

2 Spread the clamp and seat the strut into the lower strut mount. Loosely install the bolt but do not fully tighten at this time. (Figure 18)

3 Connect the upper control arm ball joints to the spindle, tighten hardware to manufacturer’s specifications. Install the included air fitting into the air valve and insert the air line. (Figure 19)

Prior to inserting the existing air line into the new air strut you will need to remove the old original equipment air line fitting and discard.

SCRATCHES AND/OR DEEP CUTS IN THE AIR LINE CAN RESULT IN POSSIBLE LEAKS. INSPECT THE AIR LINE BEFORE INSERTION. AIR LINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED IF DAMAGED.

4 Connect the lower control arm to the lower strut mount. Do not tighten at this time. (Figure 20)

5 Connect the sway bar link to the lower strut mount. Do not fully tighten at this time. (Figure 21)

6 Using an appropriate jack, raise the wheel hub to normal trim height. Tighten the strut clamp, sway bar link, and lower strut mount to lower control arm bolts to manufacturer’s specifications. (Figures 22, 23, 24)

7 Tighten the three top mount bolts to manufacturer’s specifications. (Figure 25)

8 Connect the electrical connector at the top of the strut. Ensure the keyway in the connector is aligned properly to prevent damage to the connector. (Figure 26)

9 Reconnect the ride height sensor arm to the lower control arm. (Figure 27)

10 Re-route the brake line and wheel sensor harnesses to the brackets on the spindle. (Figure 28)

12 Reinstall the strut tower brace and engine trim.

13 Tighten all hardware to manufacturer’s specifications.