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Fastener Specifications

Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. 

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Bolt Center 145 N.m (107 lb ft)
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Bolt Front
  • First Pass:
100 N.m (74 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
30 to 45 Degrees
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Bolt Rear
  • First Pass:
160 N.m (118 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
30 to 45 Degrees
Front Compartment Front Insulator Cover Bolt 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Front Compartment Front Insulator Cover Screw - Europe Only 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Screw 3 N.m (27 lb in)
Front Wheelhouse Liner Screw - Front 3 N.m (27 lb in)
Front Wheelhouse Rear Liner Nut 3 N.m (27 lb in)
Front Wheelhouse Rear Liner Screw 3 N.m (27 lb in)
Power Steering Fluid Cooling Pipe Bolt, if equipped 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Power Steering Inlet and Outlet Hose Bolt, if equipped 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Rear Differential Carrier Bolt 108 N.m (80 lb ft)
Rear Suspension Frame Bolt 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Nut 2 N.m (18 lb in)
Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Screw 3 N.m (27 lb in)
Transmission Protector Fastener 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Underbody Number 4 Cross Shield Fastener 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)