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Old May 15, 2006 | 10:13 PM
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enclosed is a picture of a bolt that i found loose. it is part of the rear suspension where bolted to the car. I have labeled it 1. Question, can I just tighten this bolt and everything be good again, or should I have this professionally looked at? I have also labeled another spot of concern. Point 2 looks is a rubber washer that is clearly exposed. Is this how it is supposed to look like?
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Old May 16, 2006 | 07:18 AM
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Screw the bolt tight. Make sure you dont let the rod spin when screwing the bolt. I think this one requires an allen wrench on top to keep it in place while turning the bolt tight.

The rubber piece is ok.
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Old May 16, 2006 | 07:37 AM
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......what he said
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Old May 16, 2006 | 09:15 AM
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See post #10 here, https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...ghlight=ltuned. Good luck!
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Old May 16, 2006 | 11:26 AM
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do not overtighten the piston rod nut (#1) you will damage your strut rod and /or strut mount bushing.. trq is around 22lbs if my memory serves me correct.. use allen key with a 17mm or 19mm open end wrench and hand tighten
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