Could someone please post the torque settings for the top and bottom 18mm bolts on the strut holding pins.
Thanks in anticipation
Don
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Re: Citroen C5 X7 Rear struts
Here you are Don:
Both Hydraulic and Metallic Versions are Covered below
(*) 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.
Both Hydraulic and Metallic Versions are Covered below
Reference | Designation | Tightening Torque |
(1) | Bolt - Nut (Damper / Crossmember) (*) | 7 daNm |
(2) | Nut (Shock absorber head ) (**) | 6 daNm |
(3) | Bolt - Nut (Damper / Pivot) (*) | 7 daNm |
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.
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Marc
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Re: Citroen C5 X7 Rear struts
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
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