ball joint

[gregfor1]

can anyone tell me what the torque spec is for a lower ball joint on a 99 crown vic? thanks for the help. I am doing the right side.

[way2old]

Originally Posted by gregfor1

can anyone tell me what the torque spec is for a lower ball joint on a 99 crown vic? thanks for the help. I am doing the right side.

See if this helps.

SECTION 204-01: Front Suspension 1999 Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis Workshop Manual
SPECIFICATIONS Procedure revision date: 04/04/2001

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Torque Specifications Description Nm lb-ft
Front suspension lower arm-to-frame 175 129
Front suspension upper arm-to-frame 175 129 Stabilizer bar link-to-front wheel spindle nut 30 22
Front suspension upper ball joint-to-front wheel spindle nut 90 66
Front suspension lower ball joint-to-front wheel spindle nut 175 129
Front stabilizer bar-to-frame bolt 70 52
Shock absorber upper nut 40 30
Shock absorber-to-front suspension lower arm bolts 15 11
Stabilizer bar link-to-front stabilizer bar nuts 55 41
Front axle wheel hub retainer 300 221
Wheel nuts 129 95
Tie-rod end-to-front wheel spindle 55 41
Front suspension bumper nut 40 30
Upper ball joint-to-upper control arm nuts 160 118



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