Honda Accord: Front Suspension
Eighth generation (2008–2012) / Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service Manual / Suspension / Front Suspension
- Knuckle/Hub/Wheel Bearing Replacement
- Upper Arm Replacement
- Lower Arm Removal / Installation
- Stabilizer Link Removal/Installation
- Stabilizer Bar Replacement
- Damper/Spring Removal and Installation
- Damper/Spring Disassembly, Inspection, and Reassembly
Ball Joint Boot Inspection / Replacemen
Special Tools Required
- Clip Guide, 45 mm 070AG-SJA0300
-Clip Guide, 41 mm 07974-SA50700
1. Check the ball joint boot for weakness, damage,
cracks, and grease leaks.
NOTE:
- If the ball joint ...
Knuckle/Hub/Wheel Bearing Replacement
Exploded View
Special Tools Required
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 14 mm
07AAE-SJAA100
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 12 m m 07AAF-SDAA100
- Ball Joint Thread Protector, 10 m m 07AAF-SECA120
...
See also:
Wheel and Tire Specifications
Wheels
4-cylinder models:
17 x 7 1/2J
V6 models:
18 x 8J
Tires
4-cylinder models:
P225/50R17 93V
V6 models:
P235/45R18 94V ...
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
, then
depress the brake pedal.
- Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in , it is safer to st ...
Damper/Spring Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Raise and support the vehicle (see page 1-13).
2. Remove the front wheel.
3. Remove the wheel speed sensor harness bracket
mounting bolt (A).
4. Remove the damper pinch b ...