2013–2018 Toyota RAV4
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| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Left Complete Strut & Coil Spring Assembly | AutoShack 3745143050 | $81.03 | |
| Front Right Complete Strut & Coil Spring Assembly | AutoShack 3745143051 | $81.03 | |
| Front Left Strut Mount | Toyota 48510-42010 | $30.00 | |
| Front Right Strut Mount | Toyota 48520-42010 | $30.00 | |
| Front Sway Bar Link | Toyota 48810-42010 | $20.00 |
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Follow these steps carefully
On level ground, crack the front wheel lug nuts loose on the 2013-2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L while the tire is on the ground. Chock the rear wheels, jack the front at the approved lift point, and support with jack stands rated for the vehicle. Remove the wheel. Wear gloves and eye protection.
Place a jack or stand under the lower control arm/knuckle to support it. Disconnect the sway-bar end link and any ABS/brake-hose brackets attached to the strut on the 2013-2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L. Do not let the brake hose or ABS wire stretch.
Remove the strut-to-knuckle pinch bolt(s) or bolts. If stuck, apply penetrant and carefully tap the knuckle ears — do not hammer the threads. Lower the knuckle slightly to free the strut tube. Note orientation of any camber bolts/eccentrics for reassembly on the 2013-2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L.
Open the hood and remove the upper strut-mount nuts (usually three). Support the strut so it cannot fall. Lower and remove the complete strut assembly from the wheel well. Compare the new unit to the old one before installing on the 2013-2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L.
Guide the new strut (or cartridge/spring assembly if rebuilt) into place. Start the upper mount nuts loosely, then seat the strut into the knuckle. Install knuckle bolts in the original orientation and tighten to the specified torque. Reattach end link and brackets on the 2013-2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L.
Torque the upper mount nuts to spec. Reinstall the wheel and torque lugs in a star pattern with the vehicle on the ground. Bounce-test and road-test the 2013-2017 Toyota RAV4 2.5L for noise. Get a professional alignment — strut work changes camber/caster.
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
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