2007-2013 Mini Cooper S Leaf Spring Torque Specs

1.6L I4 Turbo

Applies to 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 Mini Cooper S

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	84	62	—
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	84	62	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Control Arm Bolts	165	122	Torque with vehicle weight on wheels
Mounting Bolts	26	19	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	109	81	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	110	81	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	58	43	—
Sway Bar Link Nuts	55	41	Hold shaft with Allen key
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	129	95	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	129	95	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for leaf spring on a 2007-2013 Mini Cooper S is 84 Nm (62 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for leaf spring on the 2007-2013 Mini Cooper S 1.6L I4 Turbo, covering all related fasteners and components.