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Re: Lug Nut Torque
Posted to Shop Management Forum on 9/19/2005

Sean,

This is our procedure [All except #4 are with the wheel still in the air]:

1. Run lug nuts or bolts up with the impact wrench set for a very reduced torque. Use a 'star' pattern.

2. Hand tighten with calibrated torque wrench to the vehicle manufact... Login to read more.