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Fastener Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Steering Gear Nut (AWD) (Requires a NEW Bolt.) 
  • First Pass:
70 N.m 52 lb ft
  • Final Pass:
90-100 degrees
Steering Gear Nut (RWD) (Requires a NEW Bolt.) 
  • First Pass:
58 N.m 43 lb ft
  • Final Pass:
90-105 degrees
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod 105 N.m 77 lb ft
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut
  • First Pass:
35 N.m 26 lb ft
  • Final Pass:
90-100 degrees