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2012 LOTUS ELISE

1.8L I4•RWD•MANUAL•gas

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drivetrain

U-Joint Torque Specs

for 2012 Lotus Elise 1.8L I4 · RWD

Units

12 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Axle Nut

Critical

Use new nut, stake after

171 lb-ft · 232 Nm

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Axle Nut

Critical

171 lb-ft · 232 Nm

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Cover Screws

8 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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CV Bolts

Critical

43 lb-ft · 58 Nm

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CV Joint Bolts

Critical

43 lb-ft · 58 Nm

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Differential Cover Bolts

Critical

Apply RTV sealant

24 lb-ft · 33 Nm

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Driveshaft Bolts

Critical

52 lb-ft · 71 Nm

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Driveshaft U-Joint Straps

Critical

Tighten evenly

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

19 lb-ft · 26 Nm

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Wheel Lug Nuts

Critical

95 lb-ft · 129 Nm

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Wheel Lug Nuts

Critical

95 lb-ft · 129 Nm

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Yoke Nut

Critical

If equipped

111 lb-ft · 150 Nm

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