2007-2013 Acura MDX Front Struts - Pair Torque Specs

3.7L V6

Applies to 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 Acura MDX

Labor Time:2.5 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Ball Joint Nut	88	65	Use new cotter pin
Ball Joint Nut	88	65	Use 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
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Strut Bolts	115	85	—
Strut Bolts	115	85	—
⚠️ Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
Strut Tower Nuts	50	37	—
⚠️ Sway Bar Link	61	45	—
Sway Bar Link	61	45	—
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	136	100	Torque in star pattern
Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for front struts - pair on a 2007-2013 Acura MDX is 88 Nm (65 lb-ft). Note: Use new cotter pin

There are 16 torque specifications for front struts - pair on the 2007-2013 Acura MDX 3.7L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.