Ball Joint - Lower Torque Specifications

1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4

Labor Time:3.4 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Castle Nut	96	71	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	84	62	—
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	97	71	New cotter pin
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	84	62	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Ball Joint Pinch Bolt	58	43	Use new bolt
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	122	90	—
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	122	90	Torque with weight on wheels
⚠️ Pinch Bolt	58	43	New bolt
⚠️ Strut Bolts	110	81	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	58	43	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	129	95	—

The primary torque specification for ball joint - lower on a 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 is 96 Nm (71 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

There are 11 torque specifications for ball joint - lower on the 1992-1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.