How tight should a castle nut be on a ball joint?
aslong as u get it tight as possible you should be fine ! 29-35 lbs-ft.
Where is the castle nut on a tie rod?
This is located on top of the spindle where the tie rod end is attached. Use a 17mm socket and ratchet to remove castle nut. Use a ball joint press to pop off the tie rod end from the spindle assembly. Twist the tie rod end until it disconnects from the inner tie rod.
Why do you need tie rod ends on Honda Accord?
This article applies to the Honda Accord (1990-2002). Tie rod ends are small, but are crucial components that allow your car to work properly. They aren’t just a part of the steering assembly, but they also allow your front end to be aligned properly, making sure you point in the right direction.
How to tighten front suspension on Honda Accord?
Tighten every fastener up except for the lower control arm to body bolt and the upper control arm to anchor bolt, bolts and nuts (2). Set the car down on the ground and roll the car forward and back a couple of feet (to settle the suspension). Now tighten the remaining bolts.
How do you put a castle nut on a front wheel?
Insert the tie rod end into the spindle, and fasten a new castle nut onto the thread of the tie rod end. With the 17mm ratchet and socket, tighten the castle nut to a snug fit. Insert a new cotter pin into the castle nut. Repeat this procedure with the tie rod end of the other front wheel.
How to calculate axle nut torque in Honda Accord?
Take the torque and divide by your weight 181ft-lbs / 150lbs = 1.21ft or 14.5 inches. Tighten the nut as best you can by hand, and then stand on the breaker bar at 14.5 inches from the center of the nut. I know it’s not super accurate (because you can’t stand on a single point), but it gets you pretty darn close.
How big is the spindle nut on a Honda Accord?
242 ft-lbs on the spindle nut. Probably impossible to do without an impact or a 3/4″ torque wrench. By hand, you can’t even screw in a 10mm bolt. You need proper tools and creative tools.
Are there any genuine Honda Accord axle shafts?
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How much torque do I need for the axle nut?
If you aren’t able to torque that high, make absolutely sure you stake down the axle nut. I don’t have a torque wrench that goes that high, so I use a breaker bar and a calculator. On my 7th gen I need 181 ft-lbs, and I weigh 150 lbs. Take the torque and divide by your weight 181ft-lbs / 150lbs = 1.21ft or 14.5 inches.