33 32 Control Arms and Struts
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CONTROL ARMS AND STRUTS TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Upper control arm to trailing arm | R55, R56 | M12 | Replace nut tighten in normal position | 100 Nm |
| 2AZ Lower control arm to trailing arm | R55, R56 | M12 | tighten in normal position | 100 Nm |
| 3AZ Control arm to rear axle carrier | R55, R56 | M12 | Replace nut tighten in normal position | 100 Nm |
| 4AZ Holder, trailing arm to trailing arm | R55, R56 | M14 | tighten in normal position | 165 Nm |
| 5AZ Holder, trailing arm to body | R55, R56 | M12 | 100 Nm |