SHOCK ABSORBER ATTACHING BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1985 Corvette

The torque specification for the rear upper shock absorber to body bolt has been changed from 55-70 N.m (41-51 ft. lbs.) to 80-100 N.m (59-74 ft. lbs.). This new specification should be noted on page 3D-9 of the 1985 Corvette final Bound Shop Manual (ST-364-85).

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