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Introduction
SRT-4 Mopar Strut Bars Install
Installing front and rear strut bars or braces should be a very similar process in any SRT-4 (most cars for that matter). There are many strut bar manufacturers out there, the concept is the same. You're installing a bar (hopefully constructed of metal) from the top of one strut to the top of an opposite strut. It's very self explanatory when looking at the bars. You will use all stock hardware during this install.
- 13mm socket or wrench
- 3" ratchet extension
- Sharp knife
- 3" socket extension
- 13mm deep socket
Install Front Strut Bar
Locate both struts. Use a 13mm wrench or socket with a 3" extension to remove the 2 nuts furthest from the fender and closest to the engine.
Line up the 4 holes (2 per side) on the strut bar with the 2 bolts on each strut. Use the same 13mm wrench or socket to secure the strut bar.
Install Rear Strut Bar
The rear strut bars require a bit more work as it involves trimming some of the trunk carpet. No worries though, it's still a very simple task.
Locate rear both struts. They are located on each side of the trunk just behind the rear seats and under the carpet/padding.
Use a 13mm wrench or deep socket to remove the 2 nuts closest to the inside of the trunk.
You will now have to use your handy knife to cut off some of the excess carpet that covers up the strut. You can either cut a small slit into the carpet and padding to allow the strut bar to pass through, or simply cut the entire piece, your choice. I chose to cut off the excess carpet since it's in the trunk and in a location that is hardly ever seen, just cut in straight even lines.
Just like in the front, line up the 4 holes on the strut bar with the 2 studs on each strut. Use your 13mm deep socket to secure the strut bar.
I suggest using a torque wrench to apply 300in. lbs. of torque as specified by the SRT-4 Service Manual.
You are now done. Make sure to check for clearance before slamming the hood on the front strut bar and cut or tuck any excess carpet.
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