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Torque Specifications

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT WHEEL DRIVE MODELS)

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Pinion Cover Bolts 12-18 (16-24)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts 48-55 (66-75)
Tie Rod Jam Nut 42-50 (57-68)
Tie Rod-to-Spindle Nut (1) 27-37 (27-50)
Flex Coupling Bolt 20-37 (27-50)
Ball Housing-to-Rack 40-51 (54-69)
Support Yoke Cover Bolts 5-8 (7-11)
(1) Turn to nearest cotter pin slot after tightening.