Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber

Fastener/location Tightening torques
Shock absorber to rear axle 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn
Use new nuts!
Load rear of vehicle with one person when tightening
Shock absorber to body 30 Nm (22.1 ft. lbs.) plus additional 90° turn
Use new bolts!