1998 Toyota Land Cruiser front suspension fastener tightening specifications - garage.wiki

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


4.2 TD (HDJ100_) with diesel straight-6 4.2 L 201 HP at 3400 RPM, 430 N⋅m engine (1998.1–2007.8)	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose

expand_more4.2 TD (HDJ100_) with diesel straight-6 4.2 L 201 HP at 3400 RPM, 430 N⋅m engine (1998.1–2007.8)


At the brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	90.72 lbf⋅ft90.72 lbf⋅ft123 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreTie rod lever

expand_more4.2 TD (HDJ100_) with diesel straight-6 4.2 L 201 HP at 3400 RPM, 430 N⋅m engine (1998.1–2007.8)


With individual wheel suspension	108.42 lbf⋅ft108.42 lbf⋅ft147 N⋅m
With rigid axles	70.81 lbf⋅ft70.81 lbf⋅ft96 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle

expand_more4.2 TD (HDJ100_) with diesel straight-6 4.2 L 201 HP at 3400 RPM, 430 N⋅m engine (1998.1–2007.8)


With rigid axles	67.12 lbf⋅ft67.12 lbf⋅ft91 N⋅m


Otherwise	53.1 lbf⋅ft53.1 lbf⋅ft72 N⋅m


Track rod end on track rod	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreShock absorber on the axle

expand_more4.2 TD (HDJ100_) with diesel straight-6 4.2 L 201 HP at 3400 RPM, 430 N⋅m engine (1998.1–2007.8)


With individual wheel suspension	99.57 lbf⋅ft99.57 lbf⋅ft135 N⋅m
With rigid axles	50.89 lbf⋅ft50.89 lbf⋅ft69 N⋅m

expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod


4.2 TD (HDJ100_) with diesel straight-6 4.2 L 201 HP at 3400 RPM, 430 N⋅m engine (1998.1–2007.8)	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_more4.2 TD (HDJ100_) with diesel straight-6 4.2 L 201 HP at 3400 RPM, 430 N⋅m engine (1998.1–2007.8)

expand_moreWith individual wheel suspension

expand_moreAt the stabiliser


Coupling bars	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAt the axle support


Torsion bar mounting	165.95 lbf⋅ft165.95 lbf⋅ft225 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the transverse control arm


Coupling bars	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m

expand_moreBall joint


Top	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Bottom	118.01 lbf⋅ft118.01 lbf⋅ft160 N⋅m


Stabiliser bearing	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreWishbone


Bottom	169.64 lbf⋅ft169.64 lbf⋅ft230 N⋅m
Top	72.28 lbf⋅ft72.28 lbf⋅ft98 N⋅m

expand_moreWith rigid axles


Cross beam	126.12 lbf⋅ft126.12 lbf⋅ft171 N⋅m
Stabiliser bearing	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Trailing arm	130.55 lbf⋅ft130.55 lbf⋅ft177 N⋅m

expand_moreOn chassis


Stabiliser bearing	75.97 lbf⋅ft75.97 lbf⋅ft103 N⋅m

expand_moreBearing cap


Wheel bearing	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the stabiliser


Trailing arm	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_moreAll Toyota diesel straight-6 4.2 L 1HD-FTE engines

expand_moreLock nuts inside


First stage	43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m
Second stage	Rotate hub several times
Third stage	slacken
Fourth stage	3.98 lbf⋅ft3.98 lbf⋅ft5.4 N⋅m
Fifth stage	18.44–38.35 lbf⋅ft18.44–38.35 lbf⋅ft25–52 N⋅m
Measure the rotation resistance using a spring balance

expand_moreOutside lock nuts


Sixth stage	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreAll Toyota gasoline V8 4.7 L 2UZ-FE engines


Central nuts	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreWheel attachment


Aluminium rims	96.62 lbf⋅ft96.62 lbf⋅ft131 N⋅m
Steel rims	154.15 lbf⋅ft154.15 lbf⋅ft209 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Toyota warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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1998 Toyota Land Cruiser generations

In 1998 Toyota offered 3 generations of the Land Cruiser. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Eighth generation

Ninth generation facelift

FJ80, HDJ80, HZJ80, FZJ80, HDJ81, HZJ81

Toyota Land Cruiser Tenth generation model years

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