Dodge Nitro 1 (2007-2012) Torque Spec Settings

By Karrmann - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Dodge Nitro 1 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque settings for Dodge Nitro 1

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 27 20
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Spark plugs Spark plugs 18 13
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 30 22
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
 unverified source

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  • Production years: 2007 - 2012
  • Generation: 1
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 27 20
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan bolts 15 11
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan bolts 12 9 M6 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 28 21 M8 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Oil pan Oil pan to Transmission bolts 55 41 M10 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Oil filter Oil filter 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Oil dipstick Oil dipstick tube to Engine block bolt 15 11
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Oil feeder Oil fill tube bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Oil pump Oil pump to Block bolts 28 21 M8 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pump to Case bolts 30 22
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
 unverified source
Oil pump Oil pump cover bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump cover bolts 12 9 M6 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pickup tube bolt and nut 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump pick up tube bolt 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 27 20 Step 1
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 27 20
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 27 20 Step 1, Bolts 1-8
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 14 10 Step 2, Bolts 9-12
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 26 19 Step 4, Bolts 9-12
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 61 45 Step 1
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 88 65 Step 2
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 88 65 Step 3
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 18 13
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold lower 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold upper 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Intake manifold Right manifold support brackets fasteners 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Intake manifold Return fuel junction block to Intake manifold 11 8
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Throttle body Throttle body mounting bolts 8 6
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Throttle body Throttle body mounting bolts 6 4
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Throttle body Throttle body to Intake manifold mounting bolts 7 5
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Throttle body Throttle bracket to Throttle body fasteners 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Throttle body Throttle bracket to Cylinder head fasteners 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Engine block Cylinder block to Insulator mount bolts 61 45
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine block Front and rear oil galley plugs 34 25
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine block Block heater bolt 2 1
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket to Block bolts 61 45
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Front engine mount through bolt retaining nut 61 45
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Left engine mount to Cradle 75 55
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Right engine mount to Cradle 75 55
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine mounting fasteners 101 74
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Rear cover to Engine bolts 54 40
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Transmission bellhousing to Engine mounting bolts 41 30
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Upper engine mount to Frame rail 68 50
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Engine mounts Upper engine mount to Timing cover 54 40
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Sensor Front wheel speed sensor 14 10
  • R/T
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Sensor Dynamics sensor nuts 9 7
  • R/T
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Sensor Coolant temperature sensor 11 8
  • R/T
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Sensor Camshaft position sensor 12 9
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Sensor Camshaft position sensor 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor bolt 11 8
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor shield bolt 12 9
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Sensor Map sensor mounting screws 3 2
  • R/T
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Sensor O2S sensor 41 30
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Sensor O2S sensor 41 30
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Sensor Intake air temperature sensor bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Sensor Fuel pressure sensor 35 26
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Sensor Water in fuel sensor 1 1
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Sensor Knock sensor 20 15
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Sensor Knock sensor 10 7
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 28 21 M8 bolts
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 54 40 M10 bolts
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Starter Starter mounting bolts 41 30
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Starter Starter mounting bolts 54 40
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Starter Starter mounting bolts 54 40
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Starter Starter heat shield mounting bolts 6 4
  • R/T
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Starter Starter solenoid battery cable nut 11 8
  • R/T
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Battery Ignition coil mounting 8 6
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Battery Ignition coil mounting 7 5
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft non-oiled sprocket bolt 122 90
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt - right side 102 75
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt - left side 102 75
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 11 8
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft thrust plate bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft main bearing cap - inner main cap bolts 20 15
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft main bearing cap - outer main cap bolts 27 20
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft main bearing cap - tie bolts (horizontal) 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft damper bolt 175 129
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft damper bolt 95 70
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft rear seal retainer 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Crankshaft Counterbalance shaft retaining bolt 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Crankshaft Counterbalance shaft thrust plate retaining bolt 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail bolts 25 18
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail mounting bolts 11 8
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail mounting bolts 11 8
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Common rail Fuel rail sensor 35 26
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Water pump Water pump housing nuts 24 18
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 32 24
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 54 40
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Water pump Water pump mounting bolts 54 40
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler attaching fastener 61 45
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Intercooler Turbocharger to Intercooler engine air tubes 5 4
  • R/T
 unverified source
Intercooler Intercooler to Intake manifold engine air tubes 5 4
  • R/T
 unverified source
Radiator Transmission oil/condenser to Radiator bolts 12 9
  • R/T
 unverified source
Radiator Cooling fan support bolts 47 35
  • R/T
 unverified source
Radiator Viscous fan drive to Engine 149 110
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Radiator Viscous fan drive to Engine 95 70
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Radiator Electric fan to Fan shroud bolts 9 7
  • R/T
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Radiator Fan shroud to Radiator mounting bolts 9 7
  • R/T
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Radiator Radiator upper isolator to Crossmember bolts 11 8
  • R/T
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolts 13 10
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor front inboard bolt 40 30
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor front outboard bolt 55 41
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor rear bolts 55 41
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor bracket to Front cover bolt 40 30
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor field coil connector bracket screw 4 3
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor clutch hub bolt 15 11
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor clutch hub bolt 20 15
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C compressor clutch hub bolt 15 11
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Air conditioning A/C condenser to Radiator bolt 5 4
  • R/T
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Air conditioning A/C expansion valve to Evaporator tube tapping block bolts 11 8
  • R/T
 unverified source
Air conditioning Receiver/Drier to A/C condenser bolt 22 16
  • R/T
 unverified source
Air conditioning Discharge line to A/C condenser nut 23 17
  • R/T
 unverified source
Air conditioning Refrigerant lines to A/C compressor nuts 12 9
  • R/T
 unverified source
Air conditioning Refrigerant lines to A/C expansion valve nut 23 17
  • R/T
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing drive idler sprocket bolt 34 25
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Automatic belt tensioner to Mounting bracket 41 30
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Automatic belt tensioner pulley bolt 61 45
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner pulley assembly bolt 61 45
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain primary tensioner bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain tensioner arm bolt 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain guide bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing chain cover bolts 58 43
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt cover bolts 12 9 M6 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt cover bolts 28 21 M8 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt cover bolts 54 40 M10 bolts
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt tensioner bolt 47 35
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt tensioner fastener 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt idler pulley bolt 53 39
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt pulley bolt 61 45
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Hydraulic tensioner bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Valve cover Valve body to Case bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Rocker arm Rocker shaft pedestal retaining bolts 31 23
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Fuel system Fuel filter 18 13
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel filter screw to Housing 30 22
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel filter housing bleeder screw 10 7
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel filler hose clamp to Tank 3 2
  • R/T
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Fuel system Fuel filler housing to Body screws 2 1
  • R/T
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Fuel system Fuel filler tube clamp 4 3
  • R/T
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Fuel system Fuel tank mounting strap bolts 61 45
  • R/T
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Fuel system Fuel water/separator mounting nuts 25 18
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel tank bolts 61 45
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel quantity solenoid 11 8
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel pressure solenoid 60 44
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel pressure solenoid 85 63 Retighten
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel line fittings to Filter housing 35 26
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel line fittings to Pump 24 18
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injector fuel lines to Fuel rail 5 4
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injector lines to Fuel injectors 28 21
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injector retaining bolts 32 24
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system High pressure fuel feed line to Fuel rail 5 4
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system High pressure fuel lines to High pressure pump 28 21
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system High pressure injection pump nuts 25 18
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Fuel system High pressure injection pump sprocket nut 88 65
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Fuel injector fuel lines to Fuel rail 54 40 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
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Differential Fuel injector fuel lines to Fuel rail 68 50 Maximum torque
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
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Differential Bearing cap bolts 135 100
  • R/T
  • 8-1/4 Rear Axle
 unverified source
Differential Drain trough nut 23 17
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
 unverified source
Differential Ring gear bolts 108 80
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
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Differential Ring gear bolts 122 90
  • R/T
  • Gas Engines
  • 8-1/4 Rear Axle
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Differential Differential cover bolts 19 14 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
 unverified source
Differential Differential cover bolts 26 19 Maximum torque
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
 unverified source
Differential Differential cover bolts 41 30
  • R/T
  • 8-1/4 Rear Axle
 unverified source
Differential Pinion nut 217 160 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
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Differential Pinion nut 352 260 Maximum torque
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
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Differential Pinion nut 285 210 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • 8-1/4 Rear Axle
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Differential Pinion mate shaft screw 26 19
  • R/T
  • 8-1/4 Rear Axle
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub/Bearing bolt 130 96
  • R/T
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub/Bearing halfshaft nut 136 100
  • R/T
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Wheel hub assembly Axle flange support plate attaching bolts 115 85
  • R/T
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch pressure plate bolts 33 24
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch pressure plate bolts 33 24
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch pressure plate bolts 33 24
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Clutch assembly Clutch slave cylinder nuts 23 17
  • R/T
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Clutch assembly Clutch pedal bracket nuts 39 29
  • R/T
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 25 18
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 95 70
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 95 70
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexplate bolts 95 70
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flex plate to Crankshaft 95 70
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flex plate to Torque converter 75 55
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan to Case bolts 20 15
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission oil filter bolts 5 4
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 30 22
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fill plug 30 22
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission housing bolts 68 50
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 41 30 Bolts 1
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 67 49 Bolts 2
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 54 40 Bolts 3
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 41 30 Bolts 1
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 67 49 Bolts 2
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 54 40 Bolts 3
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission top four bolts 40 30
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission side two bolts 68 50
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission bottom four bolts 54 40
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission damper bolts 175 129
  • R/T
  • 2WD
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Transmission bolts 47 35
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Front housing to Rear housing bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • NSG370 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Rear mount to Transmission bolts 46 34
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Transmission mount/case Rear support to Transmission bolts 47 35
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Extension housing to Transmission case bolts 54 40
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter bolts 75 55
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Torque converter Torque converter housing to Engine bolts 68 50
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter to Driveplate bolts 88 65
  • R/T
  • 42RLE Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter inspection plate bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
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Transfer Transfer case attaching nuts 35 26
  • R/T
  • MP140 Transfer Case
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Transfer Transfer case to Transmission nuts 35 26
  • R/T
  • MP143 Transfer Case
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Transfer Front shaft - transfer case CV bolts 30 22
  • R/T
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Transfer Rear case to Front case bolts 27 20
  • R/T
  • MP140 Transfer Case
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Transfer Damper to Rear case bolts 27 20
  • R/T
  • MP140 Transfer Case
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Transfer Damper to Transfer case bolt 27 20
  • R/T
  • MP143 Transfer Case
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Transfer Rear companion flange nut 122 90 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • MP140 Transfer Case
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Transfer Rear companion flange nut 176 130 Maximum torque
  • R/T
  • MP140 Transfer Case
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Transfer Companion flange nut 122 90 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • MP143 Transfer Case
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Transfer Companion flange nut 176 130 Maximum torque
  • R/T
  • MP143 Transfer Case
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Transfer Drain/Fill plugs 12 9 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • MP140 Transfer Case
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Transfer Drain/Fill plugs 15 11 Maximum torque
  • R/T
  • MP140 Transfer Case
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Transfer Drain/Fill plugs 12 9 Minimum torque
  • R/T
  • MP143 Transfer Case
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Transfer Drain/Fill plugs 15 11 Maximum torque
  • R/T
  • MP143 Transfer Case
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Drive/Axle shaft Front shaft - axle flange bolts 108 80
  • R/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear shaft - flange bolts 108 80
  • R/T
 unverified source
Drive/Axle shaft Front axle shaft nut 135 100
  • R/T
  • 4WD
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Drive/Axle shaft Half shaft nut 136 100
  • R/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Front axle brackets to Frame nut 61 45
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
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Drive/Axle shaft Front axle bracket to Axle nuts 61 45
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
 unverified source
Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle bracket bolts 88 65
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
 unverified source
Drive/Axle shaft Right axle bracket nut 61 45
  • R/T
  • 186FIA Front Axle
 unverified source
Drive/Axle shaft Axle damper 61 45
  • R/T
  • 8-1/4 Rear Axle
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear track bar to Body bracket nut 183 135
  • R/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear track bar to Axle bolt 176 130
  • R/T
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Tie rod end to Knuckle nuts 41 30
  • R/T
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Tie rod end Tie rod end jam nut 75 55
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering rack Rack and pinion steering gear to Frame bolts 176 130
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering rack Rack and pinion steering gear intermediate shaft bolt 53 39
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering rack Gear mounting bolts 176 130
  • R/T
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Steering column Steering column lower mounting nuts 17 13
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering column Steering column upper mounting nuts 17 13
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering column Steering column coupler bolt 53 39
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering shaft Intermediate shaft lower support bearing nuts 12 9
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering shaft Intermediate shaft lower coupler bolt 53 39
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering wheel Steering wheel bolt 54 40
  • R/T
 unverified source
Steering wheel Ignition switch screws 2 1
  • R/T
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering pump to Engine 28 21
  • R/T
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering pump bracket to Engine 47 35
  • R/T
  • Diesel Engines
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Power steering Power steering pulley to Pump 28 21
  • R/T
  • Diesel Engines
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering fluid cooler screws 4 3
  • R/T
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering remote reservoir 12 9
  • R/T
  • Diesel Engines
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering remote reservoir mounting bracket screw 12 9
  • R/T
  • Diesel Engines
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering pump pressure line bracket to Body 20 15
  • R/T
  • Diesel Engines
 unverified source
Power steering Power steering to Pump pressure line 31 23
  • R/T
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Power steering Power steering line pressure line 27 20
  • R/T
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Power steering Power steering line return line 27 20
  • R/T
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts 25 18
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Cylinder head bolts 28 21
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold heat shield nuts 8 6 Step 1
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold heat shield bolts 12 9
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe to Manifold bolts and nuts 34 25
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Front pipe to Exhaust manifold flange connection clamp 10 7
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe to Exhaust manifold fasteners 34 25
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust stud nuts 34 25
  • R/T
  • 4.0L Engine
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger support bracket bolts 24 18
  • R/T
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger downpipe nuts 32 24
  • R/T
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger oil supply line fitting 24 18
  • R/T
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger support bracket bolts 11 8
  • R/T
 unverified source
Turbo Turbocharger to Exhaust manifold nuts 32 24
  • R/T
 unverified source
EGR EGR cooler and EGR valve assembly to Exhaust manifold retaining nuts and bolt 24 18
  • R/T
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EGR EGR pipe to EGR valve bolts 32 24
  • R/T
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Muffler Front exhaust pipe to Muffler flange nuts 36 27
  • R/T
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Muffler Muffler/Tailpipe to DPF flange nuts 32 24
  • R/T
 unverified source
Diesel particulate filter DPF to Exhaust manifold bolts 32 24
  • R/T
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter mounting bolts 27 20
  • R/T
  • 2.8L Diesel Engine
 unverified source
Catalytic converter Catalytic converter 27 20
  • R/T
  • 3.7L Engine
 unverified source

brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Front caliper adapter mounting bolts 136 100
  • R/T
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Disc brake Rear caliper adapter mounting bolts 102 75
  • R/T
 unverified source
Disc brake Front caliper to Adapter mounting bolts 37 27
  • R/T
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Disc brake Front caliper adapter mounting bolts 37 27
  • R/T
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Brake line Front caliper brake hose banjo bolt 31 23
  • R/T
 unverified source
Brake line Rear caliper brake hose banjo bolt 31 23
  • R/T
 unverified source
Brake line Master cylinder brake lines 20 15
  • R/T
 unverified source
Brake booster Brake booster mounting nuts 25 18
  • R/T
 unverified source
Brake pedal Brake pedal shaft to Steering column support bracket nut & washer assembly 23 17
  • R/T
 unverified source
Brake pedal Accelerator pedal bracket mounting nuts 12 9
  • R/T
 unverified source
Master cylinder Master cylinder mounting nuts 25 18
  • R/T
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Master cylinder Master cylinder to Booster studs 18 13
  • R/T
 unverified source
Parking brake Parking brake lever nuts 16 12
  • R/T
 unverified source
Parking brake Parking brake lever bracket screws 10 7 Minimum torque
  • R/T
 unverified source
Parking brake Parking brake lever bracket screws 14 10 Maximum torque
  • R/T
 unverified source
ABS Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) mounting nuts 14 10
  • R/T
 unverified source
ABS Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) brake lines 20 15
  • R/T
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ABS Antilock Brake Module (ABM) mounting screws 2 1
  • R/T
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Wheel mounting nuts 129 95
  • R/T
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber clevis bracket upper nut 108 80
  • R/T
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber clevis bracket lower nut 150 111
  • R/T
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber top mounting nuts 108 80
  • R/T
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber upper bolt 108 80
  • R/T
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower nut 115 85
  • R/T
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock to Spring insulator nut 41 30
  • R/T
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar clamp nut 149 110
  • R/T
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar pivot bushing retainer to Axle bolt 47 35
  • R/T
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link upper nut 115 85
  • R/T
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link lower bolt 102 75
  • R/T
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer bar to Stabilizer bar link nut 115 85
  • R/T
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer bar link to Body bolt 102 75
  • R/T
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Control arm Front upper suspension arm front nut 122 90
  • R/T
 unverified source
Control arm Front upper suspension arm rear nut 122 90
  • R/T
 unverified source
Control arm Rear upper control arm to Body nut 95 70
  • R/T
 unverified source
Control arm Rear upper control arm to Axle nut 95 70
  • R/T
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Control arm Front lower suspension arm front nut 170 125
  • R/T
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Control arm Front lower suspension arm rear nut 170 125
  • R/T
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Control arm Rear lower control arm to Body nut 163 120
  • R/T
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Control arm Rear lower control arm to Axle nut 203 150
  • R/T
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Ball joint Front upper ball joint nut 41 30
  • R/T
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 54 40
  • R/T
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Nitro 1

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