1992-2000 Lexus SC 300 Ball Joint - Upper Torque Specs

3.0L I6

Applies to 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000 Lexus SC 300

Labor Time:1.5 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	93	68	—
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	107	79	New cotter pin
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	92	68	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
⚠️ Pinch Bolt	64	47	New bolt
⚠️ Strut Bolts	121	89	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	64	47	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	142	105	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	142	105	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for ball joint - upper on a 1992-2000 Lexus SC 300 is 93 Nm (68 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for ball joint - upper on the 1992-2000 Lexus SC 300 3.0L I6, covering all related fasteners and components.