Torque Specifications

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Caliper-To-Steering Knuckle Bolts 125 (169)
Engine Cradle Mounting Bolt 120 (163)
Hub & Bearing
Axle Hub Nut 180 (244)
Mounting Bolt 48 (65)
Lower Ball Joint Nut (1)
Lower Control Arm-To-Frame Bolt 120 (163)
Stabilizer Bar
Bar Link Nut 65 (88)
Cushion Retainer Bolt 40 (54)
Retainer-To-Frame Bolt 44 (60)
Strut
Body/Tower Mounting Nut 13 (18)
Clevis-To-Knuckle Nut (2)
Shaft Retainer Nut 85 (115)
Tie Rod End Stud Nut (3)
Wheel Lug Nuts 100 (135)
Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket Screw 13 (18)
(1) Tighten nut to 60 ft. lbs. (81 N.m), then tighten nut an additional 1/4 (90 degree) turn.
(2) Tighten nut to 65 ft. lbs. (88 N.m), then tighten nut an additional 1/4 (90 degree) turn.
(3) Tighten nut to 35 ft. lbs (47 N.m), then tighten nut an additional 1/2 (180 degree) turn.
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