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Fastener Specifications

Single Use Threaded Fastener/Component Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. 

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut
  • First Pass:
35 N.m (26 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
30 - 45 degrees
Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Bolt and Nut
  • First Pass:
55 N.m (41 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
150 - 165 degrees
Front Stabilizer Shaft Bolt
  • First Pass:
22 N.m (16 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
30 - 45 degrees
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Rear Bolt
  • First Pass:
100 N.m (74 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
90 - 105 degrees
Transmission Mount Strut Bolt
  • First Pass:
100 N.m (74 lb ft)
  • Final Pass:
90 - 105 degrees
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

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

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Steering Gear Heat Shield Bolt 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod 85 N.m (63 lb ft)
Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Nut 60 N.m (44 lb ft)
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Cradle Front Bolt 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
Front Suspension Crossmember Extension to Front Suspension Cradle Bolt 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
Exhaust Muffler Insulator Nut 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Stabilizer Shaft Link Nut 65 N.m (48 lb ft)