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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)
Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Tensioner Cover Fastener 5 N.m (44 lb in)
Driver or Passenger Seat Belt Tensioner Fastener 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
Front Seat Belt Retractor Lower Fastener 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
Front Seat Belt Retractor Upper Fastener 45 N.m (33 lb ft)
Inflatable Restraint Front End Discriminating Sensor 7.5 N.m (66 lb in)
Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Lower Module Nut 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Inflatable Restraint Remote Impact Sensor Assembly 7.5 N.m (66 lb in)
Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Fastener 10 N.m (89 lb in)
Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Sensor 7.5 N.m (66 lb in)
Instrument Cluster Display Switch Fastener 1.2 N.m (11 lb in)
Instrument Panel Bolt 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Bracket Bolt 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Rear Seat Bolster Airbag Bracket Bolt 3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
Rear Seat Bolster Airbag Nut 3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
Roof Side Rail Inflatable Restraint Module Fastener 9.5 N.m (84 lb in)
Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Nut 3.5 N.m (31 lb in)
Steering Wheel Airbag Coil Bolt 3 N.m (27 lb in)