Nissan Sentra 3 (1990-1994) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: December 31, 2023

By IFCAR - Own work, Public Domain

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 24 18 Minimum torque
  • M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 34 25 Maximum torque
  • M/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Front axle nut 196 145 Minimum torque
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Drive/Axle shaft Front axle nut 275 203 Maximum torque
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Wheels Wheel lug nuts 98 72 Minimum torque
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Wheels Wheel lug nuts 118 87 Maximum torque
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To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

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  • Production years: 1990 - 1994
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Nissan Sunny Nissan Tsuru Nissan V16 Nissan Genesis

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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

drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Transmission fluid pan Transaxle drain plug 30 22 Minimum torque
  • 2.0L Engine
  • RL4F03V A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transaxle drain plug 39 29 Maximum torque
  • 2.0L Engine
  • RL4F03V A/T
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steering torque settings

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

exhaust torque settings

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

brakes torque settings

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

suspension torque settings

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

general torque settings

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

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