Trailing Arm
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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Location | Description | Type | Basic value | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Threaded connection securing trailing arm to spring strut | Item 1: M14 x 1.5 thread (always use new screws and lock nuts following removal) | Initial tightening | 150 (111 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Threaded connection securing trailing arm to spring strut | Item 1: M14 x 1.5 thread (always use new screws and lock nuts following removal) | Final tightening | + 90° | |
| Threaded connection securing upper trailing arm to body | Item 2: M10 x 70 thread (always use new screws and lock nuts following removal) | Initial tightening | 50 (37 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Threaded connection securing upper trailing arm to body | Item 2: M10 x 70 thread (always use new screws and lock nuts following removal) | Final tightening | + 180° | |
| Threaded connection securing HBA system on vehicles with steel springs | Item 3: M5 x 10 thread | Tightening torque | 9 (6.5 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Threaded connection securing level regulator on vehicles with air springs | Item 3: M5 x 10 thread | Tightening torque | 9 (6.5 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Threaded connection securing lower trailing arm to chassis subframe | Item 4: M14 x 1.5 thread | Tightening torque | 170 (126 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Threaded connection securing upper trailing arm to pivot bearing | Item 6: M12 x 1.5 thread (always use new screws and lock nuts following removal) | Tightening torque | 85 (63 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Threaded connection securing lower trailing arm to pivot bearing | Item 7: M14 x 1.5 thread (always use new screws and lock nuts following removal) | Tightening torque | 130 (96 ftlb.) Nm |
Steel spring strut 2
Air-spring strut 1