Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Specifications

MacPherson Strut (Part 1 Of 3):

Nut in strut upper bearing arrangement 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.)
Strut upper bolts 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
New type of hub centre-nut with top groove 170 Nm (126 ft. lbs.) + 45°
Old type of hub-centre nut without top groove 290 Nm (215 ft. lbs.)
Lock joint, toe-in adjustment 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.)
Track rod end 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
Screw ring, spring strut insert 215 Nm (158 ft. lbs.)
Steering gear mounting bracket 24 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)

Note: There must not be any visible play in the steering link or lower ball joint with unladen suspension.