vihila

Edit: solved, and here is the info in case anyone needs it in the future:

1. strut lower bolt - 95 N*m / 70 ft*lb
2. UCA to spindle (castle nut) - 110 N*m / 82 ft*lb
3. tie rod end ball joint (castle nut) - 91 N*m / 67 ft*lb
4. 3 x strut top plate to chassis frame - 64 N*m / 46 ft*lb
5. rear shock absorber bottom bolt - 98 N*m / 72 ft*lb
6. track rod ends (to frame chassis) - 110 N*m / 81 ft*lb

Original post
I am installing a lift kit, and wanted to know the torque specs. I was hoping there exists a diagram like the one found here for the IX: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...ere-first.html. I found specs in the factory service manual/TechDoc, but it's just a list and not a diagram. Does anyone know if a diagram like the one for the IX exists?

Specifically, for the front suspension I wanted to know the torque for:

1. strut lower bolt (this is the main one I can't figure out... on the IX diagram it is listed at 157 N*m)
2. UCA to spindle (castle nut)
3. tie rod end ball joint (castle nut)
4. 3 x strut top plate to chassis frame (I believe this is 64 N*m)

Here is what the TechDoc has to say:

Acrad

••••••Check out Post #50 for substantial listing of all vehicle torque specs


In that same manual go into the Suspension Chapter. The area of "components" on each has diagrams

vihila

I looked there, but I guess I didn’t look hard enough

Edit: Yes, you are right! I looked under "Installation" and "Reassembly" but I didn't look under "Components". That's the secret sauce. Thanks so much @Acrad35751 !

vihila

For those who just want the details on these specific torque specs, they are as follows:

1. strut lower bolt - 95 N*m / 70 ft*lb
2. UCA to spindle (castle nut) - 110 N*m / 82 ft*lb
3. tie rod end ball joint (castle nut) - 91 N*m / 67 ft*lb
4. 3 x strut top plate to chassis frame - 64 N*m / 46 ft*lb

Anyone know the tie rod end castle nut spec?
Edit: N/M found it under the steering section - 91 N*m

ltsr

What lift kit are you installing? would like to get some feedback on how you like it.

Acrad

EDIT: 25 ft-lbs

I'm trying to find the torque specs myself for these brace brackets. The inner bolts are removed and replaced with flush bolts. It also sits under the Budbuilt skid after install. I can't seem to find the torque specs in FSM. I'll keep looking.

PNs: 5122535050 / 5122635070
Description: BRACKET, FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER,


https://www.toyota-4runner.org/lexus...kid-gx460.html

I pulled this Pic of T4Fun's former '10 460 from 2011 4R forum post

vihila

I am doing the the Ironman 4x4 2" lift kit that is currently on sale for $699... I'll try to remember to let you know in a couple weeks how it is doing.

I have no idea where those specs would be, I don't see it in any of the obvious places (as I am sure you have looked as well). Good luck finding it!

Also (General FYI in case anyone comes back later and might find this useful) the rear shock absorber bottom bolt is 98 N*m / 72 ft*lb

GoHuskers

I would love to see the end results of the lift as well as your impressions, lots of pics please.

Acrad

3 x Strut top plate to chassis frame: 64 Nm / 46 ft-lb

Bracket, Front Suspension Member: 25 ft-lbs (pic)

Caliper slider bolts: 65 ft-lb (for replacing brake pads)

Differential Front Fill: 29 ft-lb

Differential Front Drain: 48 ft-lb

Differential Rear Fill: 36 ft-lb

Differential Rear Drain: 36 ft-lb

Oil Drain plug: 30 ft-lb

Oil Filter cap metal: 18.43-22.13 ft-lb

Oil Filter cap plastic: 18 ft-lb

Oil filter end plug (metal oil cap mod): 9-10 ft-lb

Rear shock absorber bottom bolt: 98 Nm / 72 ft-lb

Skid plate for oil filter access: 21 ft-lb

Spark Plugs: 15 ft-lbs

Strut lower bolt: 95 Nm / 70 ft-lb

Tie rod end ball joint (castle nut): 91 Nm / 67 ft-lb

Track rod ends (to frame chassis): 110 Nm / 81 ft-lb

Transfer Case Drain: 27 ft-lb

Transfer Case Fill: 27 ft-lb

Transmission Check Valve: 15 ft-lb (many have sided closer to 10 ft-lb)

Transmission Drain Plug: 15 ft-lb (many have sided closer to 10 ft-lb)

Transmission Fill Plug: 29 ft-lb

UCA to spindle (castle nut): 110 Nm / 82 ft-lb

Wheel lugs: 83 ft-lb


[Front Suspension Torque Specifications]

Craigyyy

Oil Drain plug: 30 lb-fit
Wheel lugs: 83 lb-ft
Caliper slider bolts: 65 lb-ft (for replacing brake pads)

dwh13

Thanks Acrad! Oil filter housing spec would be useful if you have it, I couldn’t find it when I changed my oil yesterday.

LexusGXFan

I believe this has been mentioned before, but wanted to know what tools people are using to torque the nuts and bolts on the driveshaft.

I thought a longer style of socket would work, but now sure what people are doing for this service?

Thank you

BradTank

I found the FAQ that had a listing a lot of the torque specs, just curious if anyone has a factory exploded diagram for this generation GX with all the torque values front and back for a brake job.

Was planning to do a front and back brake job.

BradTank

Can't seem to find this anywhere, I see the rear caliper mounting bolts are 65 ft lbs.

What are the front?

Thanks

Acrad

[Front]



[Rear]