PRL MOTORSPORTS PRL-HA10-STRUT Throwback Strut Bar Installation Guide
- June 4, 2024
- PRL MOTORSPORTS
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PRL MOTORSPORTS PRL-HA10-STRUT Throwback Strut Bar
PRL INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
- PRODUCT: PRL-HA10-STRUT PRL Motorsports Throwback Strut Bar
- FITMENT: 2018+ Honda Accord 2.0T/1.5T
- INSTALLATION TIME: 10 – 20 Minutes
- NOTE: THIS ITEM DOES NOT REQUIRE AN ECU RE-CALIBRATION.
Please check that all components that are listed in the parts list have been supplied to you, and are correct. If you require any assistance or are missing components please email: support@prlmotorsports.com. Please verify with a customer service representative before installation or returning the product.
PRODUCT DISCLAIMER:
United States 48 State Compliant:
California/New York Residents please see Prop 65. This is the Race Only
product that is to be used solely for competition, it cannot be used on
vehicles that are operated on public streets, roads or highways. Its use is
limited to closed-course and open-course racing that is formally sanctioned by
a recognized racing organization. Any other use including recreational use
could be in violation of local, state and federal laws.
PRL Motorsports is not responsible for any vehicle damage or personal injury
that may occur due to an installation error, product misuse, or removal of PRL
Motorsports products. PRL Motorsports highly suggests that trained
professional conduct the installation on all products. PRL Motorsports is not
responsible for damaged products due to incorrect installation.
REQUIRED TOOLS:
- Ratchet
- 12mm Socket
- 14mm Socket
- Torque Wrench
- 6mm Hex/Allen Wrench
COMPONENT LIST
parts
- HCR- STRUT-EXT
- HA10- STRUT-BKT-SET
- SCHS- M8x1.25×55
- NUT- M8-NY
DESCRIPTION
- 2018+ Honda Accord (2.0T/1.5T) Strut Bar Extrusion
- 2018+ Honda Accord (2.0T/1.5T) Strut Bar Bracket (Pair)
- Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screws (Zinc)
- M8 Nylock Nut (Zinc)
Before Beginning Your Installation
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Turn off the ignition. Loosen battery terminal and disconnect the negative battery terminal cable. Allow the vehicle to sit for a minimum of 5 minutes to drain any remaining charge from the charging system.
NOTE: Disconnection of the negative battery cable erases pre-programmed electronic memory. We recommend saving any memory settings before disconnecting the negative terminal. Some radios will require an anti-theft code to be entered after the negative battery cable is reconnected.
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Reference the parts list and ensure all components are enclosed. If something is missing, please contact PRL Customer Support.
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Place the PRL Strut Bar on a flat, level and covered surface to avoid scratching or denting the surface of the strut bar. This installation requires removal of the nuts at the top of the strut in the engine bay. Do this on a flat, level surface with the parking brake engaged. This guide uses factory suspension setup as the basis of the installation. If you have aftermarket suspension/have adjusted your suspension for track use, see the end of this guide for troubleshooting.
Preparing Your Strut Bar -
Loosen all (3) factory nuts on the top of the strut, per side. Carefully lower bar down, aligning the bracket onto the studs on each side.
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Finger tighten each of the (6) factory nuts till they are all installed on the top of both struts.
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After all (6) factory nuts are installed. Torque down each nut, in a circular pattern per side. Torque to the recommended torque spec of either the Honda factory spec for your year/make/model or the aftermarket manufacturer’s torque spec, as these can vary across the board. ALWAYS check torque specs of bolts. If the PRL Strut Bar or the brackets do not fit exactly flush, see the following step to adjust to your suspension setup.
RECOMMENDED TORQUE SPEC – 17 ft/lbs
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH ADJUSTED/AFTERMARKET SUSPENSION SETUPS
If you are not able to align both brackets on the studs due to an adjusted
suspension setup, align just one side so it is mounted. Remove the (2) M8
bolts on the opposite side, freeing the bar from the bracket. Align the
bracket on the studs and then re-install the bar. Torque to the recommended
torque spec.
Road Testing Your PRL Throwback Strut Bar
- Start the vehicle with the transmission in neutral and the emergency brake engaged. Assess to make sure of any possible issue(s) and then make any subsequent adjustments as they are needed.
- Test drive the vehicle to ensure everything is in working order.
- If after the road testing, everything is good to go, enjoy your PRL Throwback Strut Bar! Thank you for being a part of the #PRLARMY.
If you have any questions/concerns please reach out to us at:
support@PRLMotorsports.com
Please provide a full description of your issue, ideally with any pertinent
images or video clips that can help our team address the issue. Please note:
All support tickets are addressed during business hours and in order of
received.
As stated at the beginning of this guide, the PRL Strut Bar (or any strut bar)
do not require tuning to benefit from the advertised gains and performance.
Required Maintenance
PRL Motorsports thoroughly recommends visually inspecting your products during any routine maintenance like oil changes, tire rotations, and filter changes or cleanings. Please make sure to check your connections on all mounted parts periodically to ensure that they have not come loose over time. When it comes to cleaning and maintaining that great finish, please utilize something a simple cleaner/quick detailer spray and a soft cloth. Please do not use any type of abrasive cleaning tool on the strut bar to clean/polish it.
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