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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)
Body Mount Cushion Bolt 160N.m(118 lb ft)
Body Mount Cushion Nut 58N.m(43 lb ft)
Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Front Crossmember Nut 100N.m (74 lb ft)
Front Differential Carrier Bolt (F46) 160N.m(118 lb ft)
Front Tow Hook Bolt (VJQ) 100N.m (74 lb ft)
Front Tow Hook Nut (VJQ) 100N.m (74 lb ft)
Front Wheelhouse Liner Fastener 2.5N.m(22 lb in)
Rear Tire Front Air Deflector Fastener 2.5N.m(22 lb in)
Rear Wheelhouse Liner Fastener 2.5N.m(22 lb in)
Steering Gear Skid Shield Bolt (with ZR2) 28N.m(21 lb ft)
Steering Gear Skid Shield Fastener (without ZR2) 28N.m(21 lb ft)
Trailer Hitch Platform Bolt 160N.m(118 lb ft)
Transfer Case Skid Shield Fastener 28N.m(21 lb ft)
Transmission Mount Nut
First Pass: 45N.m(33 lb ft)
Final Pass: 45 - 60 degrees
Transmission Support Crossmember Nut 100N.m (74 lb ft)
Underbody Splash Shield Bolt 24N.m(18 lb ft)