Does anyone know what the torque is for the single fasteners at either end of the cross brace?

Also, if I remove the cross brace (leaving the tower attachements in place), will I have any trouble reinstalling the brace?

(All this is for replacing the expansion tank.)

Thanks much!

Oops. Forgot to mention it's an 06 cabriolet with every possible JCW option.

 

No problem with the reinstall. I have done it each time I change the oil.

Although I am **** with torques, that bolt should be tight but not overtightened. It is not critical enough to torque it IMO.

Rich

 

Thanks for that.

Also, I had no idea that the brace needed to be removed for an oil change. I guess the filter element is on the back side of the engine?

 

It's the German standard of goodntight, the way I torque everything.

 

The torque for the strut bolts is approx 26 ft lbs use the same for the cross brace should be sufficent.

 

Everything? I check my plugs with a torque wrench each time I change the oil at 5000 mile intervals. 20 lbs cold. Over night cold.

I also always torque wheel lugs and most other fasteners. But not the brace single bolt. The plate bolts, OTOH.....

Rich

 

I'd probable torque everything to spec if I had a torque wrench. I've motor swapped hondas, and a cam and tranny swap on my truck, never used a torque wrench...

 

Hi guys, I'm about to remove my JCW strut brace (that was already installed on my car when I bought it) to install an Alta CAI. I've seen around the forums that there are varying opinions on torque settings- what is the correct setting for the JCW front strut brace? It is on a 2005 R53 MCS (non JCW). Cheers.

 

25-26.

 

Bentley manual is great for torque specifications.
You can usually find torque wrenchs at a pawn shop for a reasonable price.
All you need is a 3/8" drive, 0 - 200 ft lbs.
If you are are going to do alot of wrenching, get a 1/4" in lb. also.