MacPherson strut

Fig 1: Illustration For Torque Specifications - Macpherson Strut

Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

TECHNICAL DATA - MACPHERSON STRUT

Nut in MacPherson strut upper bearing arrangement	N.m (lbf ft)	75 (55)
MacPherson strut upper bolts	N.m (lbf ft)	24 (18)
New type of hub center-nut with top groove	N.m (lbf ft)	170 (126) +45 °
Old type of hub center-nut without top groove	N.m (lbf ft)	290 (215)
Lock joint, toe-in adjustment	N.m (lbf ft)	22 (16)
Track rod end	N.m (lbf ft)	60 (44)
Screw ring, spring strut insert	N.m (lbf ft)	215 (158)
Steering gear mounting bracket	N.m (lbf ft)	24 (18)

NOTE: There must not be any visible play in the steering link or lower ball joint with unladen suspension.