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Lug Torque
Hey, since my computer bit the dust, I am not able to use my SVX CD service manual and the standard manual for the car is missing currently.
My car is on jacks right now and I am going to rotate the tires. So my question is simply what are the torque values to tighten the lugs? I saw 58-72 ft-lbs somewhere on this site and I also saw 72-86 ft-lbs. I guess the range meaning lower number for used parts, higher number for new parts. I have a 95 svx and will be reusing the current lug nuts. Thanks |
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85-90 ft-lbs works...might want to take them to 45 first if you want to make sure you've got an even torque (star pattern)
-Bill
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and 85-90 is within the Subaru spec...(I'd have to check my shop manuals, but I believe the spec is 75-100 ft-lbs)
-Bill
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Retired NASA Rocket Scientist Most famous NASA "Child" - OSIRIS-REx delivered samples from asteroid BENNU to Earth in Sept. 2023 Center Network Member #989 '92 Fully caged, 5 speed, waiting for its fully built EG33 '92 "Test Mule", 4:44 Auto, JDM 4:44 Rear Diff with Mech LSD, Tuned headers, Full one-off suspension '92(?) Laguna, 6 spd and other stuff (still at OT's place) My Locker |
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I always use 1,080 inch pounds
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Torque
Hi Matt, According to the Subaru Owners Manual for the 1992 SVX on page 10-5. Wheel nuts are torqued at 72-87 ft-lbs. Happy rotating and take care, BOBB
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The correct torque, is that which enables you to remove and replace a wheel, using the OEM equipment and not an impact power operated device. Not usually available in the wop wops in the middle of a raining night.
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Thanks everyone....I did open my manual up at home and Bobb is correct at 72-87 Ft-lbs.
I brought a torque wrench home and set it at 72, but stupid me, it was an IN-LB wrench (doh!!!) So Eric, I'd need at least 864 in-lbs....LOL So I just cranked them down by hand until I can get the correct wrench. I know they were over tightened...I had to get a breaker bar on the wrench to free them up....the stealership must have impact wrenched them from the last service I had. |
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