1990-2004 Lotus Esprit Subframe Torque Specs

2.2L I4 Turbo

Applies to 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Lotus Esprit

Labor Time:6 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 subframe on a 1990-2004 Lotus Esprit is 88 Nm (65 lb-ft).

There are 7 torque specifications for subframe on the 1990-2004 Lotus Esprit 2.2L I4 Turbo, covering all related fasteners and components.