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2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser RWD
Torque Specifications
2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser RWDSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CHART
| Part Tightened | N*m | kgf*cm | ft.*lbf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tie rod end lock nut | 88 | 897 | 65 |
| Front support to front shock absorber nut x Front shock absorber | 25 | 255 | 18 |
| Front shock absorber with coil spring x Frame assembly | 64 | 653 | 47 |
| Front stabilizer link assembly x Steering knuckle | 70 | 714 | 52 |
| Engine under cover sub-assembly x Frame assembly | 29 | 296 | 21 |
| Front wheel | 112 | 1137 | 82 |
| Front shock absorber x Front lower suspension arm | 135 | 1377 | 100 |
| Wire harness bracket x Frame assembly | 5.8 | 59 | 51 in.*lbf |
| Front upper suspension arm x Steering knuckle | 110 | 1122 | 81 |
| Skid control sensor wire x Front upper suspension arm | 13 | 127 | 9 |
| Front upper suspension arm x Frame assembly | 115 | 1173 | 85 |
| Front lower ball joint attachment x Front lower suspension arm | 140 | 1428 | 103 |
| Front lower ball joint attachment x Steering knuckle | 160 | 1631 | 118 |
| Front lower suspension arm x Frame assembly | 135 | 1377 | 100 |
| Front stabilizer bracket x Frame assembly | 40 | 408 | 30 |
| Front stabilizer link assembly x Front stabilizer bar | 70 | 714 | 52 |
| Front stabilizer link assembly x Steering knuckle | 70 | 714 | 52 |
| Rear shock absorber x Rear axle housing assembly | 98 | 1000 | 72 |
| Rear brake tube flexible hose x Rear brake tube | 14(15) | 143(154) | 10(11) |
| Rear wheel | 112 | 1137 | 82 |
| Rear shock absorber x Frame assembly | 25 | 255 | 18 |
| Rear upper control arm x Frame assembly | 80 | 816 | 59 |
| Rear upper control arm x Rear axle housing assembly | 80 | 816 | 59 |
| Parking brake cable x Frame assembly | 13 | 127 | 9 |
| Rear lower control arm x Frame assembly | 130 | 1326 | 96 |
| Rear lower control arm x Rear axle housing assembly | 130 | 1326 | 96 |
| Rear lateral control rod x Frame assembly | 130 | 1326 | 96 |
| Rear lateral control rod x Rear axle housing assembly | 130 | 1326 | 96 |
| Rear stabilizer bracket cover x Rear axle housing assembly | 30 | 306 | 22 |
| Rear stabilizer link assembly x Rear stabilizer bar | 70 | 714 | 52 |
| Rear stabilizer link assembly x Frame assembly | 15 | 153 | 11 |
(): for use without SST
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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.