Jaguar XK 1 (1997-2006) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: November 18, 2023

By OSX - Own work, Public Domain

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Jaguar XK 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 specs for Jaguar XK 1

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 25 18
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Oil filter Oil filter 18 13
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
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Starter Oil pan drain plug 10 7
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Wheels Lug nuts 68 50 Steel wheel, Minimum torque
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Wheels Lug nuts 82 60 Steel wheel, Maximum torque
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Wheels Lug nuts 88 65 Alloy wheels, Minimum torque
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Wheels Lug nuts 102 75 Alloy wheels, Maximum torque
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  • Production years: 1997 - 2006
  • Generation: 1
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Jaguar XKR Jaguar XK8

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 25 18
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Oil pan Oil pan retaining bolts 12 9
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Oil pan Upper oil pan retaining bolts 21 15
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Oil filter Oil filter 18 13
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Oil filter Oil separator retaining bolts 12 9
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Oil dipstick Oil level indicator tube retaining nut 6 4
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Oil feeder Piston cooling jet retaining bolt 9 7
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Oil pump Oil pump to Engine block retaining bolts 12 9
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap 10 7 Stage 1
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap 30 22 Stage 2
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 20 15 Bolts 1 to 10, Stage 1
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 35 26 Bolts 1 to 10, Stage 2
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 25 18 Bolts 11 to 12, Stage 5
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
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Intake manifold Intake manifold assembly retaining bolts 22 16
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Throttle body Throttle body retaining bolts 10 7
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Throttle body Throttle body elbow retaining bolts 24 18
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Throttle body Throttle body elbow lower retaining bracket retaining bolts 20 15
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Throttle body Throttle body intake hose retaining clip 5 4
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 15 11 Stage 1, Bolts 21 to 32
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 15 11 Stage 2, Bolts 33 to 34
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 25 18 Stage 3, Bolts 1 to 10
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 15 11 Stage 4, Bolts 11 to 20
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 35 26 Stage 5, Bolts 1 to 10
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 20 15 Stage 6, Bolts 11 to 20
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 20 15 Stage 7, Bolts 21 to 32
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Engine block Lower cylinder block to Upper cylinder block bolts 20 15 Stage 8, Bolts 33 to 34
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Engine mounts Engine mount upper retaining nut 55 41
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Engine mounts Engine mount lower retaining bolt 55 41
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket to Engine mount retaining nuts 63 46
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Engine mounts Engine mounting bracket retaining bolts 40 30
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Engine mounts Engine front cover retaining bolts 13 10
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Engine mounts Engine cover retaining bracket retaining nuts 6 4
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Sensor Camshaft position (CMP) sensor retaining bolt 7 5
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Sensor Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor retaining bolt 7 5
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Sensor Knock sensor retaining nuts 20 15
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Sensor Accelerator pedal position sensor retaining bolts 7 5
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Sensor Accelerator pedal position sensor bracket 9 7
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Sensor Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor 17 13
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Sensor Catalyst monitor sensor 45 33
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Sensor Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 45 33
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Sensor Fuel temperature sensor 6 4
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Sensor Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor 35 26
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Sensor Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor retaining screws 10 7
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Sensor Oil temperature sensor 15 11
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Sensor Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor retaining screws 2 1
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Alternator Generator lower retaining bolt 40 30
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Alternator Generator upper retaining bolt 21 15
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Alternator Generator mounting bracket retaining bolts 45 33
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Starter Starter motor retaining bolts 45 33
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Starter Oil pan drain plug 10 7
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Starter Battery to Starter motor solenoid cable retaining nut 7 5
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Battery Battery cable retaining nut 12 9
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Battery Ignition coil retaining bolts 5 4
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing caps retaining bolts 10 7
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Camshaft Intake camshaft sprocket retaining bolt 20 15 Stage 1
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Camshaft Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) oil control unit housing retaining bolts 22 16
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Camshaft VCT sprocket centre retaining bolt 20 15 Stage 1
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley retaining bolt 377 278
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Water pump Water pump 8 6
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Water pump Water pump pulley 10 7
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Fuel/Oil cooler Engine oil cooler retaining bolts 7 5
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler pipes to Oil sump retaining bolt 18 13
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Intercooler Intercooler retaining bolt 12 9
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Intercooler Charge air cooler intake assembly retaining bolts 21 15
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Coolant expansion tank Coolant expansion tank retaining nut 3 2
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Radiator Radiator drain plug 1 1
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Radiator Radiator retaining bracket 10 7
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Radiator Cooling fan motor and shroud retaining nuts 4 3
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Radiator Thermostat housing retaining bolts 10 7
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Air conditioning Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor clutch retaining nut 19 14
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Air conditioning Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor mounting retaining bolts 25 18
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Air conditioning Air Conditioning (A/C) compressor manifold and tube retaining bolt 20 15
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Air conditioning Air Conditioning (A/C) condenser core retaining studs 7 5
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Air conditioning Air Conditioning (A/C) condenser core supply and return lines retaining nuts 8 6
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Air conditioning Air Conditioning (A/C) pressure cutoff switch 8 6
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt idler pulley retaining bolt 45 33
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Accessory drive belt tensioner retaining bolt 40 30
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Primary timing chain tensioner retaining bolts 12 9
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Primary timing chain tensioner guide retaining bolts 12 9
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Secondary timing chain tensioner retaining bolts 12 9
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Valve cover Valve cover retaining bolts 10 7
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PCM Engine Control Module (ECM) electrical connector retaining bolt 5 4
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Fuel system Fuel injection supply manifold retaining bolts 9 7
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Fuel system Fuel pressure regulator retaining bolts 5 4
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Fuel system Fuel tank support strap retaining bolts 25 18
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Fuel system Fuel tank access panel retaining bolts 5 4
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Fuel system Fuel filter bracket retaining nut 4 3
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Fuel system Fuel filter retaining nut 4 3
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Fuel system Fuel pump driver module retaining nuts 8 6
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Rear differential stud to Pendulum nut 149 110 Minimum torque
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Differential Rear differential stud to Pendulum nut 201 148 Maximum torque
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Differential Rear link assembly to Differential nut 68 50 Minimum torque
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Differential Rear link assembly to Differential nut 92 68 Maximum torque
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Differential Rear suspension subframe to Differential bolt 88 65 Minimum torque
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Differential Rear suspension subframe to Differential bolt 118 87 Maximum torque
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Differential Front tie stud to Differential 350 258 Minimum torque
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Differential Front tie stud to Differential 430 317 Maximum torque
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Differential Rear wishbone tie to Differential nut 88 65 Minimum torque
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Differential Rear wishbone tie to Differential nut 118 87 Maximum torque
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Differential Final drive nose plate bolt 39 29 Minimum torque
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Differential Final drive nose plate bolt 51 38 Maximum torque
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Differential A' frame to Final drive bolt 90 66 Minimum torque
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Differential A' frame to Final drive bolt 110 81 Maximum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Rear wheel hub to Axle shaft nut 304 224 Minimum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Rear wheel hub to Axle shaft nut 336 248 Maximum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Rear lower wishbone to Hub carrier bolt 90 66 Minimum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Rear lower wishbone to Hub carrier bolt 110 81 Maximum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub rotor nut 270 199 Minimum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub rotor nut 330 243 Maximum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Rear hub nut 304 224 Minimum torque
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Wheel hub assembly Rear hub nut 336 248 Maximum torque
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate retaining bolts 15 11 Stage 1
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate retaining bolts 110 81 Stage 2
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexplate retaining bolts 15 11 Stage 1
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexplate retaining bolts 110 81 Stage 2
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid drain plug 8 6
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid cooler tubes to Transmission 23 17
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid cooler tubes to Transmission fluid cooler 20 15
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid cooler tubes to Engine oil pan 10 7
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission fluid pan, gasket and filter retaining screws 8 6
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Automatic transmission to Engine retaining bolts 48 35
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount retaining bolts 50 37
  • Automatic Transmission
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Torque converter Torque converter retaining bolts 55 41
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Transmission selector lever retaining nuts 11 8
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Transmission fluid pan, gasket and filter retaining screws 11 8
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Selector lever cable adjustment nuts 20 15
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Transfer Selector lever pivot bracket retaining nut and bolt 10 7
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle shaft drive joint to Final drive bolts 81 60 Minimum torque
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle shaft drive joint to Final drive bolts 99 73 Maximum torque
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft coupling to Transmission bolt 71 52 Minimum torque
  • Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft coupling to Transmission bolt 84 62 Maximum torque
  • Automatic Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle shaft to Final drive flange nut 81 60 Minimum torque
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle shaft to Final drive flange nut 99 73 Maximum torque
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle shaft to Hub nut 304 224 Minimum torque
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle shaft to Hub nut 336 248 Maximum torque
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Transmission retaining nuts and bolts 88 65
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear drive axle retaining nuts and bolts 60 44
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft centre bearing retaining bolts 25 18
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Outer tie rod end jam nut 71 52 Minimum torque
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Tie rod end Outer tie rod end jam nut 85 63 Maximum torque
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Tie rod end Tie rod to Final drive nut 85 63 Minimum torque
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Tie rod end Tie rod to Final drive nut 105 77 Maximum torque
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Tie rod end Tie rod to Wide mounting bracket nut 85 63 Minimum torque
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Tie rod end Tie rod to Wide mounting bracket nut 105 77 Maximum torque
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Steering rack Rack mounting bracket to Crossbeam 30 22 Minimum torque
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Steering rack Rack mounting bracket to Crossbeam 40 30 Maximum torque
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Steering rack Rack pipe latch plate bolt 9 7 Minimum torque
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Steering rack Rack pipe latch plate bolt 12 9 Maximum torque
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Steering column Steering column to Upper bracket securing nuts 22 16 Minimum torque
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Steering column Steering column to Upper bracket securing nuts 28 21 Maximum torque
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Steering column Steering column lower bracket nuts 22 16 Minimum torque
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Steering column Steering column lower bracket nuts 28 21 Maximum torque
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Steering column Steering column universal joint bolt 22 16 Minimum torque
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Steering column Steering column universal joint bolt 28 21 Maximum torque
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Steering column Column switchgear to Column 4 3 Minimum torque
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Steering column Column switchgear to Column 5 4 Maximum torque
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Steering column Brake shift interlock actuator retaining nuts 5 4
  • Automatic Transmission
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Steering column Brake shift interlock lever retaining nut 12 9
  • Automatic Transmission
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Steering shaft Steering column lower shaft retaining bolts 85 63 Minimum torque
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Steering shaft Steering column lower shaft retaining bolts 34 25 Maximum torque
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Steering shaft Steering column lower shaft sliding joint retaining bolts 28 21 Minimum torque
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Steering shaft Steering column lower shaft sliding joint retaining bolts 34 25 Maximum torque
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Steering wheel Steering wheel bolt 34 25 Minimum torque
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Steering wheel Steering wheel bolt 46 34 Maximum torque
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Power steering Power steering pump retaining bolts 25 18
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Power steering PAS pump to Mounting bracket 16 12 Minimum torque
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Power steering PAS pump to Mounting bracket 20 15 Maximum torque
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Power steering PAS pump to Cylinder block 38 28 Minimum torque
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Power steering PAS pump to Cylinder block 48 35 Maximum torque
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Power steering Pulley to PAS pump 18 13 Minimum torque
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Power steering Pulley to PAS pump 24 18 Maximum torque
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Power steering Hoses to PAS pump 22 16 Minimum torque
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Power steering Hoses to PAS pump 28 21 Maximum torque
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Power steering Power steering oil cooler retaining nuts 7 5
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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 retaining bolts 25 18
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Exhaust manifold Downpipe to Exhaust manifold 14 10 Minimum torque
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Exhaust manifold Downpipe to Exhaust manifold 18 13 Maximum torque
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Exhaust manifold Tailpipe mounting rubber upper support to Body 17 13 Minimum torque
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Exhaust manifold Tailpipe mounting rubber upper support to Body 23 17 Maximum torque
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust retaining clamps 50 37
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EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve retaining bolts 10 7
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EGR EGR valve tube to EGR valve retaining bolts 21 15
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EGR Exhaust manifold to EGR valve tube retaining nuts 21 15
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EGR Exhaust manifold to EGR valve tube heat shield retaining bolt 9 7
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EGR Exhaust manifold to EGR valve tube heat shield retaining nut 20 15
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Muffler Intermediate to Front muffler securing clamp 60 44 Minimum torque
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Muffler Intermediate to Front muffler securing clamp 80 59 Maximum torque
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Muffler Intermediate to Rear muffler securing clamp 60 44 Minimum torque
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Muffler Intermediate to Rear muffler securing clamp 80 59 Maximum torque
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Muffler Muffler to Downpipe catalytic converter securing clamps 60 44 Minimum torque
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Muffler Muffler to Downpipe catalytic converter securing clamps 80 59 Maximum torque
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter heat shield retaining bracket retaining nuts 20 15
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter to Exhaust manifold retaining nuts 20 15
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter to Mounting bracket retaining bolts 47 35
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter to Front muffler retaining nuts 47 35
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Front brake caliper retaining bolts 180 133 With Brembo brakes
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Disc brake Front brake caliper retaining bolts 140 103 Without Brembo brakes
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper retaining bolts 60 44 With Brembo brakes
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper retaining bolts 60 44 Without Brembo brakes
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Disc brake Front bleed nipple 12 9 With Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Disc brake Front bleed nipple 16 12 With Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Disc brake Front bleed nipple 4 3 Without Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Disc brake Front bleed nipple 6 4 Without Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Disc brake Rear bleed nipple 12 9 With Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Disc brake Rear bleed nipple 16 12 With Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Disc brake Rear bleed nipple 8 6 Without Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Disc brake Rear bleed nipple 11 8 Without Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Disc brake Front caliper socket head bolts 120 89 Minimum torque
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Disc brake Front caliper socket head bolts 160 118 Maximum torque
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Disc brake Rear caliper socket head bolts 120 89 Minimum torque
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Disc brake Rear caliper socket head bolts 160 118 Maximum torque
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Disc brake Front caliper housing to Caliper carrier guide pin 25 18 Without Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Disc brake Front caliper housing to Caliper carrier guide pin 30 22 Without Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Disc brake Front brake disc shield bolt 9 7 Minimum torque
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Disc brake Front brake disc shield bolt 11 8 Maximum torque
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Brake line Hose to Front caliper 8 6 Without Brembo brakes, Without seal, Minimum torque
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Brake line Hose to Front caliper 11 8 Without Brembo brakes, Without seal, Maximum torque
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Brake line Hose to Front caliper 10 7 Without Brembo brakes, With seal, Minimum torque
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Brake line Hose to Front caliper 15 11 Without Brembo brakes, With seal, Maximum torque
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Brake line Brake hose to Front caliper union bolt 30 22 Without Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Brake line Brake hose to Front caliper union bolt 40 30 Without Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Brake line Brake hose to Rear caliper union bolt 22 16 With Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Brake line Brake hose to Rear caliper union bolt 26 19 With Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Brake line Hose union to Rear caliper union bolt 30 22 Without Brembo brakes, Minimum torque
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Brake line Hose union to Rear caliper union bolt 40 30 Without Brembo brakes, Maximum torque
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Brake line Front hose locknut 15 11 M10, Minimum torque
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Brake line Front hose locknut 20 15 M10, Maximum torque
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Brake line Rear hose locknut 15 11 M10, Minimum torque
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Brake line Rear hose locknut 20 15 M10, Maximum torque
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Brake line Front brake tube female nut 13 10 M10, Minimum torque
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Brake line Front brake tube female nut 17 13 M10, Maximum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube female nut 13 10 M10, Minimum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube female nut 17 13 M10, Maximum torque
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Brake line Front brake tube male nut 13 10 M10, Minimum torque
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Brake line Front brake tube male nut 17 13 M10, Maximum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube male nut 13 10 M10, Minimum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube male nut 17 13 M10, Maximum torque
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Brake line Front brake tube male nut 15 11 M12, Minimum torque
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Brake line Front brake tube male nut 20 15 M12, Maximum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube male nut 15 11 M12, Minimum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube male nut 20 15 M12, Maximum torque
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Brake line Rear bulkhead brake tube connector 22 16 M18, Minimum torque
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Brake line Rear bulkhead brake tube connector 28 21 M18, Maximum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube clip retention bracket to Body 4 3 Minimum torque
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Brake line Rear brake tube clip retention bracket to Body 6 4 Maximum torque
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Brake booster Brake booster to Pedal housing nut 22 16 Minimum torque
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Brake booster Brake booster to Pedal housing nut 28 21 Maximum torque
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Brake pedal Brake pedal pivot pin to Pedal housing nut 15 11 Minimum torque
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Brake pedal Brake pedal pivot pin to Pedal housing nut 20 15 Maximum torque
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Brake pedal Brake switch to Pedal housing nut 3 2
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Brake pedal Pedal housing to Body bolt 15 11 Minimum torque
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Brake pedal Pedal housing to Body bolt 20 15 Maximum torque
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Brake pedal Pedal housing to Body nut 15 11 Minimum torque
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Brake pedal Pedal housing to Body nut 20 15 Maximum torque
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Brake pedal Accelerator pedal retaining bolts 9 7
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Master cylinder Master cylinder to Brake booster nut 21 15 Minimum torque
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Master cylinder Master cylinder to Brake booster nut 29 21 Maximum torque
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Parking brake Parking brake lever to Body bolt 22 16 Minimum torque
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Parking brake Parking brake lever to Body bolt 28 21 Maximum torque
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Parking brake Relay lever mounting plate to Body bolt 22 16 Minimum torque
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Parking brake Relay lever mounting plate to Body bolt 28 21 Maximum torque
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Parking brake Relay lever to Mounting plate bolt 22 16 Minimum torque
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Parking brake Relay lever to Mounting plate bolt 28 21 Maximum torque
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ABS Rear ABS sensor to Hub carrier bolt 8 6 Minimum torque
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ABS Rear ABS sensor to Hub carrier bolt 10 7 Maximum torque
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ABS Modulator to Mounting bracket 6 4 Minimum torque
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ABS Modulator to Mounting bracket 10 7 Maximum torque
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ABS Modulator mounting bracket to Body 17 13 Minimum torque
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ABS Modulator mounting bracket to Body 23 17 Maximum torque
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Lug nuts 68 50 Steel wheel, Minimum torque
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Wheels Lug nuts 82 60 Steel wheel, Maximum torque
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Wheels Lug nuts 88 65 Alloy wheels, Minimum torque
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Wheels Lug nuts 102 75 Alloy wheels, Maximum torque
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Struts Rear monostrut to Body bracket bolt 88 65 Minimum torque
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Struts Rear monostrut to Body bracket bolt 118 87 Maximum torque
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Struts Rear wishbone tie to Monostrut nut 77 57 Minimum torque
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Struts Rear wishbone tie to Monostrut nut 103 76 Maximum torque
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Spring Front upper spring seat to Body nuts 22 16 Minimum torque
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Spring Front upper spring seat to Body nuts 28 21 Maximum torque
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Spring Front spring and shock absorber upper mounting to Body nut 26 19 Minimum torque
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Spring Front spring and shock absorber upper mounting to Body nut 34 25 Maximum torque
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Spring Rear spring and shock absorber assembly upper mounting to Body nut 17 13 Minimum torque
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Spring Rear spring and shock absorber assembly upper mounting to Body nut 23 17 Maximum torque
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Spring Rear spring and shock absorber assembly upper mounting to Body stud 15 11 Minimum torque
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Spring Rear spring and shock absorber assembly upper mounting to Body stud 19 14 Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber lower pivot nut 60 44 Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber lower pivot nut 80 59 Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower pivot nut 77 57 Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower pivot nut 103 76 Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper stud 30 22 Non-adaptive damping, Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper stud 40 30 Non-adaptive damping, Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper stud 16 12 Adaptive damping, Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper stud 18 13 Adaptive damping, Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber upper stud 30 22 Non-adaptive damping, Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber upper stud 40 30 Non-adaptive damping, Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber upper stud 16 12 Adaptive damping, Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber upper stud 18 13 Adaptive damping, Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front damper rod nut 30 22 Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front damper rod nut 40 30 Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear damper rod nut 31 23 Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear damper rod nut 39 29 Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear damper lower fixing nut 80 59 Minimum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear damper lower fixing nut 100 74 Maximum torque
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar to Crossbeam bolts 22 16 Minimum torque
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar to Crossbeam bolts 28 21 Maximum torque
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar bracket to Wishbone tie bolt 40 30 Minimum torque
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar bracket to Wishbone tie bolt 54 40 Maximum torque
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar to Link ball joint 60 44 Minimum torque
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar to Link ball joint 80 59 Maximum torque
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar to Link nut 30 22 Minimum torque
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar to Link nut 40 30 Maximum torque
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link to Lower wishbone joint 39 29 Minimum torque
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link to Lower wishbone joint 51 38 Maximum torque
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer bar link to Wishbone nut 30 22 Minimum torque
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer bar link to Wishbone nut 40 30 Maximum torque
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Control arm Rear upper link assembly (Differential end) 72 53 Minimum torque
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Control arm Rear upper link assembly (Differential end) 98 72 Maximum torque
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Control arm Rear upper link assembly ('A' frame end) 85 63 Minimum torque
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Control arm Rear upper link assembly ('A' frame end) 115 85 Maximum torque
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Control arm Front wishbone lower front arm to Rear arm bolt 128 94 Minimum torque
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Control arm Front wishbone lower front arm to Rear arm bolt 172 127 Maximum torque
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Ball joint Front upper ball joint nut 60 44 Minimum torque
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Ball joint Front upper ball joint nut 80 59 Maximum torque
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 60 44 Minimum torque
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 80 59 Maximum torque
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
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