Owner manual

GrimmSpeed Install Guide Series

Installing the GrimmSpeed BRZ/FR-S Strut Tower Brace

Updated 8/14/13

Introduction: This guide will illustrate the installation of the GrimmSpeed Strut

Tower Brace on your BRZ/FR-S. The difficulty here is super low, so take your time

and enjoy the job!

Tools: The tools listed below are suggested for this task (figure 1). Optional tools

are noted.

- 12mm socket and accompanying ratchet

- Torque wrench capable of accurately measuring 12ft-lbs

- Scissors or alternate method of cutting zip ties

Figure 1: Tools

Tips: This install guide demonstrates installation of the AC line sheath and securing

method last. Installing these first may leave some extra working room if you need

additional space to work.

Scissors 12mm socket/ratchet

Torque Wrench

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GrimmSpeed Install Guide Series Installing the GrimmSpeed BRZ/FR-S Strut Tower Brace Updated 8/14/13 Introduction: This guide will illustrate the installation of the GrimmSpeed Strut Tower Brace on your BRZ/FR-S. The difficulty here is super low, so take your time and enjoy the job! Tools: The tools listed below are suggested for this task (figure 1). Optional tools are noted.
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Procedure: 1. Begin by collecting your tools and popping your hood. This’ll be quick! 2. Now, remove your driver’s side triangulation bar nuts using a 12mm wrench. You’ll remove two (2) nuts on the driver’s side strut tower. Set these aside, you’ll need them again in just a minute. Repeat on passenger side. Remove 12mm nuts Figure 2: Remove 12mm nuts on each side 3. Next, simply place your GrimmSpeed strut tower brace into place.
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4. Rock on! Now, reinstall the four (4) nuts securing the bar. Get them all finger tight before using a torque wrench to apply 12 ft-lbs to each. It doesn’t sound like much, but it’s the factory spec and provides plenty of clamping force. Torque to 12 ft-lb Figure 4: Torquing fasteners 5. Alright, your brace is all set. The last step is to install the anti-abrasion sheath on the AC line that crosses under the brace.
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That’s it! You should be all set to go. Take it for a spin and enjoy your sharper steering response and superior handling. Check the assembly periodically to make sure everything is still snug.