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Torque Specifications

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Flexible Coupling Nut 20-37 (27-50)
Instrument Panel reinforcement Brace Retaining Bolts 10-12 (13-17)
Intermediate Shaft "U" Joint-To- Steering Gear Pinch Bolt 19-25 (25-35)
Steering Column Impact Absorber Retaining Nut 10-14 (13-19)
Steering Column Mounting Nut 10-12 (13-17)
Steering Column-To-"U" Joint Pinch Bolt 19-25 (25-35)
Steering Wheel Bolt 25-34 (34-46)
INCH Lbs. (N.m) 
Air Bag Contact Assembly Screw 18-26 (2-3)
Air Bag Module Bolt (Driver) 108 (12)
Air Bag Module Bolt (Passenger)
Upper (Front) 80 (9)
Lower (Rear) 80 (9)
Brake Release Lever Bracket Retaining Screws 18-26 (2-3)
Ignition Switch Screw 47-64 (5.3-7.2)
Instrument Panel Trim Cover Retaining Screws 18-26 (2-3)
Multifunction Switch Screw 18-26 (2-3)
Shift Selector Lever Screw 60-96 (7-11)
Steering Column Trim Shroud Retaining Screws 6-8 (.6-1.0)