front wishbone/tension strut torque specs

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07-23-2012, 11:14 AM

KyleB

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can anyone with a bentley manual do me a HUGE favor and post up torque specs for the front wishbones and tension struts? i don't have my E60 book in yet and i'd like to take care of this tomorrow.

tried searching, didn't see anything.

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07-23-2012, 01:09 PM

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With the weight of the car on the "ground" or suspension loaded torque 90 to 100 ft lb, Its what I did mine at, the control arm and ball joint

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07-23-2012, 02:36 PM

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is that what the OE spec is?

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07-24-2012, 03:41 PM

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anyone with a Bentley book that can help?

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07-24-2012, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by KyleB

is that what the OE spec is?

Nm/ft-lb
Tension strut to steering knuckle - 165/122
Tension strut to subframe - 100/74
Control Arm to steering knuckle - 165/122
Control Arm to subframe - 100/74