FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Control Arm

Front Lower Control Arm Nuts-at Frame
This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if: The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust. (Note continues in next cell)
83 ft. lbs.
The fastener develops a specified amount of torque (drag) against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
Rear Control Arm Nut
This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust (Note continues in the next cell)
162 ft. lbs.
The fastener develops a specified amount of torque (drag) against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.
Lower Control Arm to Crossmember 37 ft. lbs.
Lower Control Arm to Crossmember Cam Nut 92 ft. lbs.
Upper Control Arm to Crossmember 63 ft. lbs.
Upper Control Arm to Knuckle 63 ft. lbs.
Rear Axle Tie Rod Bolt 92 ft. lbs.
Rear Axle To Hub Nut 118 ft. lbs.