2001-2011 Mazda Tribute Ball Joint - Lower Torque Specs

3.0L V6

Applies to 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 Mazda Tribute

Labor Time:1.8 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

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

The primary torque specification for ball joint - lower on a 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute is 93 Nm (68 lb-ft).

There are 14 torque specifications for ball joint - lower on the 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.