What is the torque on the lower ball joint?
Many ball joints may have an initial torque spec as low as 15-30 ft/lbs and torque angles are between 140º and 225º. Never guess or try to use your calibrated elbow; always look up the spec and use a torque wrench. make sure the washers on the studs are in good condition and installed in the right direction.
How much torque should a tie rod end?
Reassemble outer tie rod end to spindle tighten outer tie rod end nut to 36 ft. -lbs. (49 N-M). Do not turn nut more than 1/6 turn beyond the specified torque.
Do ball joints need to be torqued?
It is vital to torque ball joint stud nuts to proper specifications. Improper torquing will cause looseness that may eventually cause joint stud breakage and damage to the steering knuckle.
Can you over press ball joints?
The adapters you’ll need to use are vehicle-specific. The upper and lower cone will fit together on top and bottom of the ball joint….Removing the ball joint.
| Set up ball joint separator tool. | Remove axle nut. |
|---|---|
| Fit upper adapter onto ball joint. | Fit lower adapter onto ball joint. |
How tight should a castle nut be?
The nut on the spindle should be tightened until snug, with no side-to-side play in the hub and then backed off, about a quarter of a turn. The nut finger should be tight until the castle nut or cotter pin is used.
What kind of torque does a Ford pickup have?
Type: Bolt Clutch Release Cylinder To Transmission 21.69 Gen X 150/250 – Clutch Release Cylinder Bolts Type: Bolt 298.28 Gen X 150/250 – FRONT Pivot LEFT REAR Cam (2WD) Type: Bolt
What kind of torque does a Ford 150 / 250 have?
Gen X 150/250 – REAR Caliper to Rear Knuckle Type: Bolt 196.59 Gen X 150/250 – FRONT Caliper Bracket to Steering Knuckle Type: Bolt Clutch Release Cylinder To Transmission 21.69 Gen X 150/250 – Clutch Release Cylinder Bolts Type: Bolt
What are the torque specs on a TJ Wrangler?
All TJ Wranglers other than Rubicon models came standard with a Dana 30 front axle. These torque specs come in handy if you are changing differential fluid, rebuilding the axle, or regearing. These specs only apply for the front Dana 44 axle for TJ Wranglers.
How to access AutoZone’s torque specifications repair guide?
Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for Grand Prix, Impala 2006-2008, Monte Carlo 2006-2007. Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guides.