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2002 LEXUS LS 430

4.3L V8•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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drivetrain

U-Joint Torque Specs

for 2002 Lexus LS 430 4.3L V8 · RWD

Units

12 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Axle Nut

Critical

180 lb-ft · 244 Nm

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Axle Nut

Critical

Use new nut, stake after

207 lb-ft · 281 Nm

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Cover Screws

8 lb-ft · 11 Nm

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CV Bolts

Critical

45 lb-ft · 61 Nm

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CV Joint Bolts

Critical

52 lb-ft · 71 Nm

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Differential Cover Bolts

Critical

Apply RTV sealant

29 lb-ft · 39 Nm

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Driveshaft Bolts

Critical

63 lb-ft · 85 Nm

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Driveshaft U-Joint Straps

Critical

Tighten evenly

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

20 lb-ft · 27 Nm

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Wheel Lug Nuts

Critical

115 lb-ft · 156 Nm

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Wheel Lug Nuts

Critical

100 lb-ft · 136 Nm

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Yoke Nut

Critical

If equipped

111 lb-ft · 150 Nm

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