Tightening Specification

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Component	Tightening Specification
Steel spring shock absorber to body Use new bolts. Tighten the threaded connection in the curb weight position. Refer to RAISING THE REAR AXLE TO THE CURB WEIGHT POSITION . Follow the tightening sequence for the left side. Refer to INSTALLING Follow the tightening sequence for the right side. Refer to INSTALLING	50 Nm + 120°
Steel spring shock absorber with coupling rod to wheel bearing housing Use a new bolt and nut Tighten the threaded connection in the curb weight position. Refer to RAISING THE REAR AXLE TO THE CURB WEIGHT POSITION .	90 Nm + 90°