torque AUDI A4 1998 B5 / 1.G Suspension Lower Guide Link Remove And Install Workshop Manual

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Installing

CAUTION!

The bonded rubber bushings can only be
turned to a limited extent. The bolted
connections on the suspension links should
therefore only be tightened when the vehicle
is standing on the ground.

All nuts and bolts must be replaced
When installing pay particular attention to the
following points:

Notes: - Tighten nut at ball joint to 100 Nm (74 ft lb).
Remove any residue from the ball joint threads.Use only the inner holes (arrow above).Press the guide link inward when tightening.
- Install new bolt -1- and new nut.

Tightening torque: 90 Nm (66 ft lb) + 1/4-turn (90 )
- Tighten bolts -3- page 40
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, Fig. 3:

Ribbed bolt tightening torque: 75 Nm (55 ft lb)
Non-ribbed bolt tightening torque: 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
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