1996-2012 Acura RL Strut Mount - Front Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Acura RL

Labor Time:2.5 hours

Torque Values (8 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	102	75	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
⚠️ Strut Bolts	133	98	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Strut-to-Knuckle Bolts	140	104	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	71	52	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for strut mount - front on a 1996-2012 Acura RL is 102 Nm (75 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

There are 8 torque specifications for strut mount - front on the 1996-2012 Acura RL 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.