Citroen C5 X7 Rear struts

This is the Forum for all your Citroen Technical Questions, Problems or Advice.
Ceenine
Donor 2023
Posts: 222
Joined: 17 Nov 2014, 21:21
x 16

Citroen C5 X7 Rear struts

Unread post by Ceenine »

Could someone please post the torque settings for the top and bottom 18mm bolts on the strut holding pins.
Thanks in anticipation
Don
User avatar
GiveMeABreak
Forum Admin Team
Posts: 41995
Joined: 15 Sep 2015, 19:38
x 6880

Re: Citroen C5 X7 Rear struts

Unread post by GiveMeABreak »

Here you are Don:

Both Hydraulic and Metallic Versions are Covered below
X7 Rear Susp Torques.png
ReferenceDesignationTightening Torque
(1)Bolt - Nut (Damper / Crossmember) (*)7 daNm
(2)Nut (Shock absorber head ) (**)6 daNm
(3)Bolt - Nut (Damper / Pivot) (*)7 daNm
(*) Always to be replaced whenever removed (**) Metallic suspension

CAUTION: The "Low Friction" bolts (or nuts) (1), (3) are only for single use and must always be replaced. All re-use is prohibited (risk of breakage). The bolts (or nuts) removed must be thrown away.
Please Don't PM Me For Technical Help

Marc
Ceenine
Donor 2023
Posts: 222
Joined: 17 Nov 2014, 21:21
x 16

Re: Citroen C5 X7 Rear struts

Unread post by Ceenine »

Thanks Marc, seems to be a universal KYB specification. Interesting note re replacement nuts. Somewhat logical I guess given the high level of torque setting.
Don