Getting ready to replace the front lower control arms on the 2008 XJR, one with the hydra-bushing and can not find the proper torque setting for the two bolts involved. Anyone know where to find this information or what the torque setting is?

Thanks for your help.

 

At the attachment point at the wheel side;

Install a new nut and bolt. Install the front lower arm.
Stage 1: Tighten to 60 Nm. (45 Ft. Lbs.)
Stage 2: Tighten 135º. (1/3 turn)

At the body;

The final tightening of the front lower arm inner retaining nut and bolt must be carried out with the vehicle on its wheels. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the component.

Tighten to 175 Nm. (130 Ft. Lbs.)

 

Thanks' for the info. When replacing the bushings I normally collapse the suspension by jacking the assembly until it starts to raise the car then torque. This should put the busing in the correct position prior to torqueing it down.

 

The warning was copied directly from the Workshop manual. It is your vehicle and you can do whatever you wish, however, I would never final torque without the weight of the vehicle on the suspension. Good luck in your servicing.

 

+1 on Box's post

 

Thanks, I'll drop it down on the ramps prior to final torque.