Suspension - Rear Suspension Transverse Link Bolt Torque

No: 64/01/06/NAS
FGN 204-02

Ref:

Issue: 1

Date: January 11, 2006

Revised Torque for Rear Link Bolt

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Freelander (LN) All

SITUATION:

CURRENT TORQUE SPECIFICATION CHANGED

An engineering specification for the torque for the rear suspension transverse link outer attachment bolt has been changed. This fastener secures both of the transverse links to the hub assembly. The current specification quoted in the workshop manual of 105 Nm has resulted in excessive clamp loads. The relevant sections in the Workshop Manual will be updated at the next available opportunity.

RESOLUTION:

TIGHTEN THE RETAINING BOLT USING THE NEW TIGHTENING METHOD

When installing the rear suspension transverse link to hub assembly bolt (ANR5337) and nut (RYH500120) follow the new torque method outlined in the Repair Procedure.





PARTS INFORMATION

DDW WARRANTY CLAIMS:

Information Only

Normal warranty policy and procedures apply.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

REAR SUSPENSION TRANSVERSE LINK TO HUB ASSEMBLY FASTENER TORQUE METHOD CHANGE

NOTE:
GTR lookup sequence is as follows:
GTR Home>NAS>Service Information/LN Freelander/2005>Workshop Manual> Freelander 2001 MY on - Workshop Manual Service Procedures>Bookmark "64 - Rear Suspension">Link "64.35.72 Link - transverse fixed".

1. Refer to GTR Workshop Manual Section 64.35.72 and install the rear suspension transverse link to hub assembly bolt (ANR5337) and nut (RYH500120).





2. Tighten to 35 Nm (25.8 lbf. ft). (Figure 1)

3. Tighten the bolt an additional 360° of angle to obtain the correct torque.





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