Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2011 Acura TL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications - General: Suspension
SUSPENSION SPECIFICATIONS CHART
| Location | Item | Remark | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Wheel nuts | 127 N.m (13.0 kgf.m, 94.0 lbf.ft) | |
| Upper arm castle nut | 44 - 52 N.m (4.5 - 5.3 kgf.m, 33 - 38 lbf.ft) | ||
| Upper arm bolts | Use new bolts | 31 N.m (3.2 kgf.m, 23 lbf.ft) | |
| Knuckle ball joint castle nut | 93 - 103 N.m (9.5 - 10.5 kgf.m, 69 - 75.9 lbf.ft) | ||
| Lower arm bolt (12mm) | Use new bolt | 74 N.m (7.5 kgf.m, 54 lbf.ft) | |
| Lower arm bolt (12mm) | Use new bolt | 83 N.m (8.5 kgf.m, 61 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer bar bolts | 55 N.m (5.6 kgf.m, 41 lbf.ft) | ||
| Stabilizer link nuts | 78 N.m (8.0 kgf.m, 58 lbf.ft) | ||
| Damper nuts | Use new nuts | 55 N.m (5.6 kgf.m, 41 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper pinch bolt | 64 N.m (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft) | ||
| Damper fork bolt/nut | Use new bolt/nut | 64 N.m (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper self-locking nut | Use new nut | 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft) | |
| Rear suspension | Wheel nuts | 127 N.m (13.0 kgf.m, 94.0 lbf.ft) | |
| Upper arm castle nut | Use new nut | 69 - 78 N.m (7.0 - 8.0 kgf.m, 51 - 58 lbf.ft) | |
| Upper arm bolts | Use new bolts | 59 N.m (6.0 kgf.m, 43 lbf.ft) | |
| Lower arm A bolts | Use new bolts | 59 N.m (6.0 kgf.m, 43 lbf.ft) | |
| Control arm self-locking nut | Use new nut | 59 N.m (6.0 kgf.m, 43 lbf.ft) | |
| Control arm self-locking nut/adjusting bolt | Use new nut | 57 N.m (5.8 kgf.m, 42 lbf.ft) | |
| Lower arm B bolts | Use new bolts | 59 N.m (6.0 kgf.m, 43 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer bar bolts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Stabilizer link nut | Use new nut | 38 N.m (3.9 kgf.m, 28 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer link self-locking nut | Use new nut | 44 N.m (4.5 kgf.m, 33 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper nuts | Use new nuts | 55 N.m (5.6 kgf.m, 41 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper lower bolt | Use new bolt | 64 N.m (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper self-locking nut | Use new nut | 29 N.m (3.0 kgf.m, 22 lbf.ft) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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