Lower Control Arm Torque Specifications

1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4

Labor Time:2.6 hours

Torque Values (10 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	84	62	—
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	84	62	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	122	90	—
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	122	90	Torque with weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	26	19	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	109	81	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	110	81	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	58	43	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	129	95	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	129	95	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for lower control arm on a 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 is 84 Nm (62 lb-ft).

There are 10 torque specifications for lower control arm on the 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.