Section 598 (Rear Suspension System): Specifications

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Ball Joint Nut 60 N.m 44 lb ft
Control Arm Nut (1) 220 N.m 162 lb ft
Lower Control Arm to Crossmember 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Lower Control Arm to Crossmember Cam Nut 125 N.m 92 lb ft
Rear Axle Tie Rod Bolt 125 N.m 92 lb ft
Rear Crossmember To Body Mounting Bolts 130 N.m 96 lb ft
Shock Absorber Nut/Bolt 85 N.m 63 lb ft
Speed Sensor Bracket Nut 12 N.m 106 lb ft
Stabilizer Shaft Insulator Bracket Bolts and Nuts 85 N.m 63 lb ft
Stabilizer Shaft Link 31 N.m 23 lb ft
Tie Rod Bolt 85 N.m 63 lb ft
Tie Rod Nut 80 N.m 59 lb ft
Upper Control Arm to Crossmember 85 N.m 63 lb ft
Upper Control Arm to Knuckle 85 N.m 63 lb ft
Wheel Bearing/Hub w/Disc Brakes 130 N.m 96 lb ft
Wheel Bearing/Hub w/Drum Brakes 85 N.m 63 lb ft
Wheel Speed Sensor Bracket 12 N.m 106 lb ft
(1) This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:

  • The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust.
  • The fastener develops a specified amount of torque (drag) against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating. Refer to the appropriate service procedure for the prevailing torque value.

If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener.
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