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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1989CAPRICE BASE, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONFRONT SUSPENSIONSUSPENSION - FRONT (RWD)TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
1989 Chevrolet Caprice Base, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8
Torque Specifications
1989 Chevrolet Caprice Base, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8SECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ball Joint Stud Nut (1) | ||||||
| Lower | 83 (113) | |||||
| Upper | 61 (83) | |||||
| Lower Control Arm-to-Frame Bolts | 92 (125) | |||||
| Stabilizer Shaft Bracket-to-Frame Nuts | 24 (33) | |||||
| Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut | 16 (22) | |||||
| Upper Control Arm-to-Frame Bolts "B" Body | 72 (98) | |||||
| Upper Control Arm Bushing Nuts "B" Body (2) | 85 (115) | |||||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||||||
| Upper Ball Joint-to-Control Arm Bolts | 96 (11) | |||||
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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.