Mitsubishi Pajero 3 (1999-2006) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Mitsubishi Pajero 3 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Intake manifold Intake manifold 22 16 Left bank
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 22 16 Right bank
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Steering wheel Steering wheel 25 18
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  • Production years: 1999 - 2006
  • Generation: Third
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil feeder Oil feeder 5 4 Return Pipe
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Oil feeder Oil feeder 12 9 Suction Connector
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Oil pump Oil Reservoir 12 9
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Oil pump Oil pump 24 18
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Oil pump Oil pump bracket 44 32
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Piston rods Main Bearing Cap 74 55
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Piston rods Connecting Rod Cap 34 25
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 22 16 Left bank
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Intake manifold Intake manifold 22 16 Right bank
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Crankshaft Crankshaft Pulley 181 133
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Water pump Water pump bracket 24 18
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Radiator Thermostat Case Bolt 19 14
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Cover 5 4
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Cover 11 8 M6
  • Front
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Cover 14 10 M8
  • Front
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Cover 14 10
  • Rear
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Cover 11 8 Lower attaching bolt
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Cover 5 4 Lower attaching nut
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner arm 44 32
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Tension Pulley 48 35
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Upper Cover 11 8 Minimum
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing Belt Upper Cover 14 10 Maximum
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate Drive Plate 74 55
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Idler arm Idler Arm Assembly 59 44
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Idler arm Idler Arm 137 101
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Idler arm Relay Rod 44 32 Minimum
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Idler arm Relay Rod 54 40 Maximum
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Idler arm Idler Arm Sliding Resistance 2 1 Minimum
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Idler arm Idler Arm Sliding Resistance 16 12 Maximum
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Steering rack Steering Linkage 44 32 M12 (Minimum)
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Steering rack Steering Linkage 54 40 M12 (Maximum)
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Steering rack Steering Linkage 93 69 M16
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Steering rack Steering Gear 18 13
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Steering rack Steering Gear Self-Locking 44 32
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Steering rack Valve housing 56 41 Minimum
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Steering rack Valve housing 64 47 Maximum
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Steering wheel Steering wheel 25 18
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Power steering Power steering Hose eye bolt 49 36 Minimum
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Power steering Power steering Hose eye bolt 64 47 Maximum
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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 44 32
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EGR EGR 22 16
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Bleeder Screw 8 6
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Disc brake Brake Assembly Mounting 88 65
  • Front
  • Rear
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Disc brake Guide Pin 74 55
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Disc brake Lock Pin 74 55
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Brake line Brake Tube Flare Nut 15 11
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Brake booster Brake booster 13 10
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Brake pedal Brake pedal 29 21
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Brake pedal Pedal Support Member 22 16
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Master cylinder Master cylinder 3 2 Piston stopper
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Master cylinder Master cylinder 10 7 Mounting
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Shock absorbers/shocks Shock Absorber 88 65 Minimum
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Shock absorbers/shocks Shock Absorber 103 76 Maximum
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Shock absorbers/shocks Shock Absorber Nut Lower Side 216 159 Minimum
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Shock absorbers/shocks Shock Absorber Nut Lower Side 245 181 Maximum
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Shock absorbers/shocks Shock Absorber Nut Upper Side 22 16
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Stabilizer bar Lateral Rod Nut 216 159 Minimum
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Stabilizer bar Lateral Rod Nut 245 181 Maximum
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Control arm Lower Arm Ball Joint and Knuckle Connection 118 87 Minimum
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Control arm Lower Arm Ball Joint and Knuckle Connection 177 131 Maximum
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Control arm Lower Arm Ball Joint Assembly 81 60
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Control arm Lower Arm Nut 137 101 Minimum
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Control arm Lower Arm Nut 157 116 Maximum
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Control arm Upper Arm Ball Joint and Knuckle Connection 59 44 Minimum
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Control arm Upper Arm Ball Joint and Knuckle Connection 157 116 Maximum
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Control arm Upper Arm Ball Joint and Knuckle Connection 88 65
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Control arm Upper Arm Nut 98 72 Minimum
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Control arm Upper Arm Nut 118 87 Maximum
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Ball joint Ball joint 3 2
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Pajero 3

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