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Fastener Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Transmission Protector Bolt (AWD) 35 N.m 26 lb ft
Frame-to-Body Reinforcement Bolt (Requires a NEW Bolt)
  • First Pass
60 N.m 44 lb ft
  • Final Pass
+ 30 degrees
Front Frame Retaining Bolts 160 N.m 118 lb ft
Front Transmission Mount Through Bolt 100 N.m 74 lb ft
Front Wheelhouse Front Liner Bolt 2.5 N.m 22 lb in
Rear Suspension Front Reinforcement Bolt (Requires a NEW Bolt)
  • First Pass
150 N.m 111 lb ft
  • Second Pass
+ 30 degrees
  • Final Pass
+ 15 degrees
Rear Suspension Support Bolt - Replace with NEW
  • First Pass
90 N.m 66 lb ft
  • Second Pass
+ 180 degrees
  • Final Pass
+ 15 degrees
Rear Transmission Mount Through Bolt 105 N.m 77 lb ft
Side Member Reinforcement Fasteners (LFX) 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Steering Gear Bolt (Requires a NEW Bolt)
  • First Pass
110 N.m 81 lb ft
  • Final Pass
+ 160 degrees