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Front Suspension System: Specifications Saturn ION I

Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Ball Joint to Control Arm Nut and Bolts68 N.m50 lb ft
Ball Joint to Steering Knuckle Nut
First Pass50 N.m37 lb ft Reverse Nut 3/4 turn
Second Pass50 N.m37 lb ft +30°
Control Arm to Front Frame Bolts55 N.m41 lb ft
Control Arm to Rear Frame Bolts200 N.m148 lb ft
Frame to Chassis Bolts200 N.m148 lb ft
Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt34 N.m25 lb ft
Stabilizer Link to Strut Nut65 N.m48 lb ft
Stabilizer Shaft Clamp Bolt50 N.m37 lb ft
Stabilizer Shaft Link to Stabilizer Bar Nut85 N.m63 lb ft
Strut Assembly to Steering Knuckle Nut120 N.m89 lb ft
Strut Cap Screws14 N.m124 lb in
Strut Cap to Body Nut110 N.m81 lb ft
Strut Shaft Nuts70 N.m52 lb ft
Tie Rod to Knuckle Nut60 N.m44 lb ft
Transmission Mount Through Bolt100 N.m74 lb ft
Transmission Mount to Frame Bolt50 N.m37 lb ft
Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly Mounting Bolts115 N.m85 lb ft

Fastener Tightening Specifications