Suspension: Specifications

1995 Mazda MX-3 L4-1598cc 1.6L DOHCSECTION Specifications
Automatic Shock Absorber Bracket Attaching Nut 14 - 21 ft.lb.
Axle Nut 131 - 174 ft.lb.
Backing Plate To Spindle Attaching Bolts 33 - 43 ft.lb.
Bearing Locknut 18 - 21 ft.lb.
Caliper Attaching Bolts 36 - 51 ft.lb.
Driveshaft Mounting Bolts 40 - 47 ft.lb.
Dust Cover Attaching Bolts 33 - 49 ft.lb.
Hub Nut 131 - 174 ft.lb.
Hub Spindle To Shock Absorber Bolts 69 - 86 ft.lb.
Lateral Link Through Bolt (Crossmember) 50 - 70 ft.lb.
Lateral Link Through Bolt (Knuckle) 69 - 86 ft.lb.
Lower Shock Absorber Through Bolt 40 - 50 ft.lb.
Piston Rod Upper Nut 41 - 50 ft.lb.
Stabilizer Mount Bracket 32 - 43 ft.lb.
Strut Retaining Nut 41 - 50 ft.lb.
Strut To Knuckle Attaching Bolts 69 - 93 ft.lb.
Strut Upper Attaching Nuts 34 - 46 ft.lb.
Trailing Link To Knuckle 69 - 93 ft.lb.
Trailing Link To Underbody 46 - 69 ft.lb.
Upper Piston Bolt 40 - 50 ft.lb.
Wheel Hub Locknut 130 - 174 ft.lb.
Wheel Lug Nuts 65 - 87 ft.lb.




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