Wheel Nut - Torque Specification Clarification
S204-02DATE 6/99
MODEL
2000 MY-ON S-TYPE
VIN
L00001-ON
Wheel Nuts - Clarification of Torque Specification
This Technical Bullentin contains data which supersedes information previously published in some Owner Literature.
Issue:
Some Owner's literature contains an incorrect torque specification for the wheel nuts.
Action:
1. When checking the torque of road wheel nuts on all S-TYPE vehicles, ensure that the nuts are tightened to:
128 + 10 Nm (94 + 7.5 lb.ft.)
2. If removing and refitting roadwheels, observe the detail in Technical Bulletin S 204-01 (Corrosion Prevention - Wheels & Hubs - Grease Contact Surfaces) prior to refitting. Tighten the road wheel nuts in the order shown in Illustration 1.
Torque the nuts to:
128 + 10 Nm (94 + 7.5 lb.ft.)
The nut and stud threads must be in good condition, clean, dry and ungreased.
Warranty Information:
This Technical Bulletin is for technical information only.