Suspension U-Bolt Torque Check
rv mm 32.06.000
Check the U-bolt torque of both the front and rear axles where applicable.
Notice: Failure to retorque the U-bolt nuts could result in spring breakage and abnormal tire wear.
- Park the vehicle on a flat surface, apply the parking brake, and chock the tires.
- Check the U-bolt torque in a diagonal pattern. See Fig.. Set a click-type torque wrench to the highest torque value for the fastener being checked. See Table. for U-bolt torque specifications. Turn the wrench in a clockwise motion (looking up) until the torque wrench clicks.
- Remove the chocks.
Table 1, U-Bolt Torque Values
Description
Size
Torque:
lbf·ft (N·m)
Spring Assembly U-Bolt High Nuts 1
5/8–18
Stage 1: Hand tighten
Stage 2: 60 (81)
Stage 3: 200 (271)
Stage 4: 180 to 230 (244 to 312)
3/4–16
Stage 1: Hand tighten
Stage 2: 60 (81)
Stage 3: 200 (271)
Stage 4: 270 to 330 (366 to 447)
Table 1, U-Bolt Torque Values
Fig. 1, Tightening Sequence for U-Bolt High Nuts
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