2004-2009 Mazda Mazda3 Front Struts - Pair Torque Specs

2.0L I4

Applies to 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009 Mazda Mazda3

Labor Time:2.5 hours

Torque Values (7 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	88	65	—
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	115	85	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—

The primary torque specification for front struts - pair on a 2004-2009 Mazda Mazda3 is 88 Nm (65 lb-ft).

There are 7 torque specifications for front struts - pair on the 2004-2009 Mazda Mazda3 2.0L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.