2009 Honda Pilot FWD/4WD ReadyLift Part# 69-8010 Installation Instructions
Position truck on a flat surface and lift vehicle by the frame so that the front wheels are off the ground. Use a minimum 3 ton jack stands and place under frame for safety or a (2) two post lift if available. Make sure that the emergency brake is on and the rear wheels are blocked to prevent a rollout.
1. Open the hood and set at highest setting. Remove the front wheels. Starting on the driver side.
2. Use a flat screwdriver to remove windshield wiper access panel . Remove the three 14mm upper strut nuts.
3. Remove the brake line support bracket using a 12mm wrench.
4. Use a 10mm wrench and remove the ABS line support bracket bolt.
5. Unbolt and remove the front sway bar end link. You will not reuse this part.
6. A 24mm wrench and socket will be needed to remove the lower strut mounting bolts.
7. Carefully remove the strut from the vehicle making sure not to drop it on the outer CV boot. Tilting the knuckle towards the rear of the vehicle will make removal easier.
8. Please note that the ReadyLift strut extensions are driver side and passenger side specific. Arrow points toward front of vehicle.
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