Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Ball Stud to Steering Knuckle Nut (1) | ||
|
50 | 37 lb ft |
|
loosen 120 degrees | |
|
50 | 37 lb ft |
|
plus 30 degrees | |
| Frame Support Bracket to Body Bolt | 100 | 74 lb ft |
| Hub and Bearing Assembly Bolts | 115 | 85 lb ft |
| Lower Control Arm Bushing to Frame Bolts (1) | ||
|
100 | 74 lb ft |
|
plus 90 degrees | |
| Lower Control Arm to Bushing Bolt (1) | ||
|
100 | 74 lb ft |
|
plus 90 degrees | |
| Outer Tie Rod to Steering Knuckle Nut (1) | ||
|
20 | 15 lb ft |
|
plus 180 degrees | |
|
50 | 37 lb ft |
| Rear Frame to Body Bolts (1) | ||
|
100 | 74 lb ft |
|
plus 90 degrees | |
| Stabilizer Link Nut | 65 | 48 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Clamp Bolts | 25 | 18 lb ft |
| Steering Knuckle to Strut Bolts and Nuts | 120 | 89 lb ft |
| Upper Strut Cap to Body Nuts | 25 | 18 lb ft |
| Upper Strut Shaft Nut | 70 | 52 lb ft |
| Wheel Drive Shaft Nut | 215 | 159 lb ft |
| Note: 1 indicates a torque to yield fastener. DO NOT reuse. Replace with NEW only. | ||