Mitsubishi Lancer 2003 ES - Front Strut Replacement

The front struts are part of the suspension system of the vehicle. It supports the weight of the vehicle and also absorb the impact from the road to ensure a smooth ride.

The struts of the vehicle should last about 7 to 8 years for the average driver.

Symptoms of bad struts:
- Vehicle move up and down at highway speeds
- Vehicle lean to one side on turns
- The front end drives more than expected during hard braking
- Rear-end squat during acceleration
- Rough idling
- Tires bouncing excessively
- Wavy tire wear
- Leaking Fluid on the exterior of the struts

Torque Spec
- Knuckle to bottom strut connection: 123 ± 7 ft-lb (167 ± 9 N⋅m)
- Vehicle frame to top strut nuts: 33 ± 3 ft-lb (44 ± 5 N·m)
- Self-Locking Nut on top of the strut: 45 ± 7 ft-lb (60 ± 10 N·m)
- Wheel Lug Nut: 73 ± 7 ft-lb (98 ± 10 N·m)