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Fastener Specifications

Single Use Threaded Fastener/Component Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. 

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolt
  • First Pass:
115 N.m (85 lb ft)
  • Second Pass:
Loosen 720 degrees
  • Third Pass:
80 N.m (59 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
90-105 degrees
Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolt
  • First Pass:
80 N.m (59 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
60-75 degrees
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. 

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut (At Knuckle)
  • First Pass:
42 N.m (31 lb ft)
  • Second Pass:
Loosen 120 degrees
  • Third Pass:
35 N.m (26 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
30-45 degrees
Front Lower Control Arm Ball Stud Nut 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
Front Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Clamp Nut 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Front Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut 65 N.m (48 lb ft)
Front Strut Rod Mount Nut 65 N.m (48 lb ft)
Front Suspension Strut Nut 110 N.m (81 lb ft)
Front Suspension Strut Upper Mounting Nut 65 N.m (48 lb ft)