Subaru Forester 1 (1998-2002) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 1

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drain plug 44 32
  • Non-Turbo
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Oil pan Drain plug 44 32
  • Turbo
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 21 15
  • SOHC Engines
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Differential Front differential drain plug 44 32
  • Automatic Transmission
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 49 36 T-type
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 34 25 VA-type
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Wheel hub assembly Front axle nut 186 137
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 44 32
  • Manual Transmission
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Wheels Wheel nut 88 65
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  • Production years: 1998 - 2002
  • 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 Drain plug 44 32
  • Non-Turbo
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Oil pan Drain plug 44 32
  • Turbo
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 5 4
  • Non-Turbo
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
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Oil pan Baffle plate bolts 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Oil pan Baffle plate bolts 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil filter Oil filter connector 54 40
  • Turbo
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Oil filter Oil strainer bolts 10 7
  • SOHC Engines
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Oil filter Oil strainer 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil filter Oil strainer to Extension case 6 4
  • Manual Transmission
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Oil filter Oil separator cover bolts 6 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Oil filter Oil separator cover bolts 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 25 18
  • Non-Turbo
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure switch 25 18
  • Turbo
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Oil feeder Oil filler pipe 6 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Oil feeder Oil filler duct bolt 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil pump Oil pump to Bracket 18 13
  • Non-Turbo
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Oil pump Oil pump to Bracket 37 27
  • Turbo
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Oil pump Oil pump to Cylinder block 8 6
  • SOHC Engines
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Oil pump Oil pump to Cylinder block 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Oil pump Oil pump cover bolt 5 4
  • Non-Turbo
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Oil pump Oil pump cover bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
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Oil pump Oil pump cover to Extension case 25 18
  • Manual Transmission
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Oil pump Oil pump case plug 44 32
  • Non-Turbo
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Oil pump Oil pump case plug 44 32
  • Turbo
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap nuts 45 33
  • SOHC Engines
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap nuts 45 33
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 29 21 Step 1, All bolts
  • SOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 69 51 Step 2, All bolts
  • SOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 34 25 Step 4, Bolts (a) and (b)
  • SOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 15 11 Step 5, Bolts (c), (d), (e) and (f)
  • SOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 29 21 Step 1, All bolts
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 69 51 Step 2, All bolts
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 34 25 Step 4, Bolts (A) and (B)
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 15 11 Step 5, Bolts (C), (D), (E) and (F)
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 21 15
  • SOHC Engines
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Spark plugs Spark plug 21 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Intake manifold to Cylinder heads 25 18
  • SOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Intake manifold to Cylinder heads 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Intake manifold nipples and plugs 17 13 Without OBD
  • SOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Intake manifold nipples 17 13
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Engine ground terminal to Intake manifold 19 14
  • SOHC Engines
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Intake manifold Engine ground terminal to Intake manifold 19 14
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Throttle body Throttle body 22 16
  • SOHC Engines
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Throttle body Throttle body 22 16
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 25 18 6mm and 8mm bolts, Bolts A to G
  • SOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 6 4 6mm and 8mm bolts, Bolt H
  • SOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 47 35 10mm bolts
  • SOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 25 18 6mm and 8mm bolts, Bolts A to G
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 6 4 6mm and 8mm bolts, Bolt H
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block connecting bolts 47 35 10mm bolts
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block service hole plugs 69 51
  • SOHC Engines
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Engine block Cylinder block service hole plugs 69 51
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Engine mounts Engine mounting 35 26
  • SOHC Engines
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Engine mounts Engine mounting 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Intake air temperature and pressure sensor 3 2
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Mass air flow and intake air temperature sensor 8 6
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Engine coolant temperature sensor 18 13
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Engine coolant temperature sensor 18 13
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor 6 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Crankshaft position sensor 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Camshaft position sensor 6 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Camshaft position sensor 6 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Knock sensor to Cylinder block 24 18
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Knock sensor to Cylinder block 24 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Throttle position sensor 2 1
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Throttle position sensor 2 1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Atmospheric pressure sensor 6 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Front oxygen (A/F) sensor 21 15
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Front oxygen (A/F) sensor 30 22
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Rear oxygen sensor 21 15
  • SOHC Engines
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Sensor Rear oxygen sensor 21 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Exhaust temperature sensor 21 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Sensor Front and rear vehicle speed sensor 7 5
  • Automatic Transmission
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Sensor Torque converter turbine speed sensor 7 5
  • Automatic Transmission
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Starter Starter to Transmission 50 37
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Battery Battery rods flange nuts 3 2
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Battery Ignition coil and ignitor assembly bolts 6 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Battery Ignition coil 16 12
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket No.1 bolt 78 58
  • SOHC Engines
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket No.2 bolt 78 58
  • SOHC Engines
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Camshaft Intake camshaft sprockets bolts 98 72
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Exhaust camshaft sprockets bolts 98 72
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Camshaft caps bolts 18 13
  • SOHC Engines
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Camshaft Intake camshaft caps bolts 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Camshaft Exhaust camshaft caps bolts 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 127 94
  • SOHC Engines
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 127 94
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Crankshaft Crankshaft bearing bolts 47 35
  • SOHC Engines
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Water pump Water pump assembly bolts 12 9 Step 1
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Water pump Water pump assembly bolts 12 9 Step 2
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Water pump Water pump 12 9 Step 1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Water pump Water pump 12 9 Step 2
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Heater core Heater case bolts and nuts 7 5 LHD model
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Heater core Heater case bolts and nuts 7 5 RHD model
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler 55 41 T1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler 69 51 T2
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler outlet pipe 25 18
  • Automatic Transmission
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Intercooler Intercooler bolts 16 12
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Intercooler Intercooler bracket bolts 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Coolant expansion tank Engine coolant reservoir tank bolt 5 4
  • Non-Turbo
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Radiator Radiator upper bracket bolts 18 13
  • Non-Turbo
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Radiator Radiator upper bracket bolts 18 13
  • Turbo
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Radiator Radiator fan nuts 3 2
  • Non-Turbo
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Radiator Radiator fan nuts 3 2
  • Turbo
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Radiator Main fan shroud to Radiator bolt 5 4
  • Non-Turbo
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Radiator Main fan shroud to Radiator bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
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Radiator Sub fan shroud to Radiator bolt 5 4
  • Non-Turbo
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Radiator Sub fan shroud to Radiator bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
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Radiator Main fan shroud bolt 4 3
  • Non-Turbo
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Radiator Main fan shroud bolt 4 3
  • Turbo
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Radiator Sub fan shroud bolt 4 3
  • Non-Turbo
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Radiator Sub fan shroud bolt 4 3
  • Turbo
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Radiator Thermostat case bolt 6 4
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Radiator Thermostat cover bolt 6 4
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Radiator ATF pipe bolt 12 9
  • Non-Turbo
  • Automatic Transmission
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Air conditioning Condenser bolt 7 5 LHD model
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Air conditioning Condenser bolt 7 5 RHD model
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Air conditioning Compressor bolts 15 11 LHD model
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Air conditioning Compressor bolts 15 11 RHD model
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Air conditioning Compressor bracket lower bolt 29 21
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Air conditioning Compressor bracket upper bolts 35 26
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Air conditioning Compressor belt cover bolts 7 5
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Air conditioning A/C pressure hoses 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt guide bolt 10 7
  • SOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt guide bolt 10 7
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
  • Manual Transmission
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Front belt cover bolts 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Front belt cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Belt cover No.2 (LH) bolts 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Belt cover No.2 (RH) bolts 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Left-hand belt cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Right-hand belt cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Belt idler bolt 39 29
  • SOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Belt idler bolt 39 29
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Automatic belt tension adjuster assembly 25 18
  • SOHC Engines
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Automatic belt tension adjuster assembly 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Rocker cover bolts 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Rocker cover bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Intake valve rocker ASSY bolt 25 18
  • SOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Exhaust valve rocker ASSY bolt 25 18
  • SOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Intake valve rocker arm nuts 10 7
  • SOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Exhaust valve rocker arm nuts 10 7
  • SOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Rocker shaft support bolts 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Intake rocker shaft bolt 25 18
  • SOHC Engines
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Rocker arm Exhaust rocker shaft bolt 25 18
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel pipes to Intake manifold bolt 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel pipe assembly bolts 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Injector pipe to Intake manifold bolt 5 4
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel injector pipes bolts 19 14 Without OBD
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel injector pipe bolt 5 4 Bolt 1
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel injector pipe bolts 19 14 Bolt 2
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Band mounting bolts 33 24
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Band mounting bolts 33 24
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel filler pipe bracket to Body bolt 8 6
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel filler pipe bracket to Body bolt 23 17 Without OBD
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel filler pipe bracket to Body bolt 8 6
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel hose clamp screws 13 10
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel hose clamp screws 13 10
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel pump assembly nut 4 3 Without OBD
  • SOHC Engines
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Fuel system Fuel pump assembly nut 4 3
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Front differential drain plug 44 32
  • Automatic Transmission
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 49 36 T-type
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Differential Rear differential drain plug 34 25 VA-type
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Differential Rear differential filler plug 49 36 T-type
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Differential Rear differential filler plug 49 36 VA-type
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Differential Hypoid driven gear to Front differential case bolts 62 46
  • Manual Transmission
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Differential Rear differential side bearing retainer bolts 10 7 T-type without LSD
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Differential Rear differential side bearing retainer bolts 10 7 T-type with LSD
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Differential Rear cover bolt 29 21 T-type without LSD
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Differential Rear cover bolt 29 21 T-type with LSD
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Differential Rear cover bolt 25 18 VA-type
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Differential Rear differential case bolt 103 76 T-type without LSD
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Differential Rear differential case bolt 103 76 T-type with LSD
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Differential Rear differential case bolt 62 46 VA-type
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Differential Rear differential carrier bolts 25 18 VA-type
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Differential Rear differential pinion crown gear set self-locking nut 181 133 T-type without LSD
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Differential Rear differential pinion crown gear set self-locking nut 181 133 T-type with LSD
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Differential Rear differential pinion crown gear set self-locking nut 188 139 VA-type
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Differential Rear differential mount bracket bolts 32 24
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Differential Rear differential mount bracket to Differential front member bolts 98 72
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Differential Rear differential mount lower bracket nuts 64 47
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Differential Rear differential mount front cover bolt 88 65
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Wheel hub assembly Front axle nut 186 137
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Wheel hub assembly Rear axle nut 186 137
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Wheel hub assembly Rear hub bolts 13 10
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Clutch assembly Clutch cover bolt 16 12
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch cover bolt 16 12
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch release lever pivot 16 12
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch release lever plug 44 32
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly 8 6 LHD model
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly 8 6 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly bracket nut 18 13 RHD model
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly bracket nut 18 13 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder assembly bracket nut 18 13 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder push rod nut 10 7
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Master cylinder push rod nut 10 7 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder nut 18 13 LHD model
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder bolt 37 27 RHD model
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder bolt 37 27 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder bolt 37 27 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder 8 6 RHD model
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder 8 6 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Operating cylinder 8 6 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch pipe 15 11 RHD model
  • Non-Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch pipe and connector assembly bolt 8 6 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch hose bolts 18 13 LHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch hose bolt 18 13 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Clutch assembly Clutch pedal to Pedal bracket 29 21
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Clutch assembly Clutch pedal adjusting nut on release fork 4 3 Minimum torque
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Clutch assembly Clutch pedal adjusting nut on release fork 7 5 Maximum torque
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolt 72 53
  • SOHC Engines
  • Manual Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel 72 53
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
  • Manual Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate reinforcement bolt 72 53
  • SOHC Engines
  • Automatic Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate 72 53
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
  • Automatic Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Torque converter clutch to Drive plate bolts 25 18
  • SOHC Engines
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 44 32
  • Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan ATF drain plug 25 18
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan 25 18
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 50 37
  • SOHC Engines
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Transmission mount/case Transmission to Engine bolts 50 37
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Transmission mount/case Extension case to Transmission case 25 18
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control module 8 6 LHD model
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount/case Transmission control module 25 18 RHD model
  • Automatic Transmission
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Transfer Oil guide to Transfer case 6 4
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Transfer case plug 25 18 Model without oil pump
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Transfer case plug 13 10 Model with oil pump
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Transfer case bolts 25 18 Model without oil pump
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Transfer case bolts 40 30 Model with oil pump
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Extension assembly to Transfer case 40 30
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Transfer case with extension case assembly to Transmission case 25 18
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Transfer drive gear 26 19 Without oil pump
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Transfer drive gear to Extension case 26 19 With oil pump
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Shift bracket to Extension case 25 18
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Select lever 6 4
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Transfer Select cable to Plate assembly 32 24
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Transfer Plate assembly to Transmission 25 18
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Transfer High-low shifter fork bolt 16 12
  • Manual Transmission
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Transfer Reverse fork rod checking ball plug 20 15
  • Manual Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Drive pinion shaft lock nut 118 87
  • Manual Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Driven shaft lock nut 265 195
  • Manual Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Transmission main shaft lock nut 118 87
  • Manual Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Input shaft holder bolt 20 15
  • Manual Transmission
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Drive/Axle shaft Propeller shaft bolt 52 38 RHD model
  • Turbo
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Drive/Axle shaft Propeller shaft bolt 52 38 RHD model
  • Non-Turbo
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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 lock nut 83 61
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Tie rod end Tie rod end to Knuckle arm castle nut 27 20
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Steering rack Tie rods to Rack ends 78 58 LHD model
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Steering rack Tie rods to Rack ends 78 58 RHD model
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Steering rack Gearbox mounting bolts 59 44
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Steering column Tilt steering column 25 18
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Steering column Column cover bolt 1 1 With airbag model
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Steering column Column cover bolt 1 1 Without airbag model
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Steering shaft Steering shaft universolf joint mounting bolts 24 18
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Steering shaft Steering shaft bolt 25 18 With airbag model
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Steering shaft Steering shaft bolt 25 18 Without airbag model
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Steering wheel Steering wheel nut 44 32 With airbag model
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Steering wheel Steering wheel nut 44 32 Without airbag model
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Power steering Power steering pump to Bracket bolts 20 15
  • SOHC Engines
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Power steering Power steering pump to Bracket bolts 20 15
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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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 nuts 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe to Cylinder heads bolts 30 22
  • SOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe to Center exhaust pipe 30 22
  • SOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front and center exhaust pipe assembly to Rear exhaust pipe bolts 18 13
  • SOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Center exhaust pipe to Rear exhaust pipe 18 13
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front and center exhaust pipe assembly to Hanger bracket bolt 35 26
  • SOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Center exhaust pipe to Hanger bracket bolt 35 26
  • Turbo
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Exhaust manifold Center exhaust pipe bracket to Transmission bolt 30 22
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe assembly 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust pipe cover nuts 13 10
  • SOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe covers 25 18
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Lower center pipe cover bolt 18 13 Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Exhaust manifold Lower center pipe cover bolts 18 13 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
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Exhaust manifold Upper and lower exhaust manifold covers 19 14
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Turbocharger bracket bolts 33 24
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Turbocharger lower cover bolts 7 5
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Turbocharger upper cover bolts 7 5
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Exhaust manifold (RH) to Turbocharger joint pipe 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Turbo Center exhaust pipe to Turbocharger 35 26
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Muffler Rear exhaust pipe to Muffler 48 35
  • SOHC Engines
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Muffler Rear exhaust pipe to Muffler 48 35
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Catalytic converter to Front exhaust pipe 30 22
  • SOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Front catalytic converter bolt 30 22 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Rear catalytic converter nut 18 13
  • SOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Rear catalytic converter nut 30 22 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Upper front catalytic converter cover nut 8 6 Nut 1
  • SOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Upper front catalytic converter cover nut 35 26 Nut 2
  • SOHC Engines
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Catalytic converter Lower rear catalytic converter cover bolt 18 13 Except Australia spec. vehicles
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Front disc brake caliper to Housing 78 58
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Disc brake Front disc brake caliper body bolts 39 29
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Disc brake Rear disc brake caliper body bolts 39 29
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Disc brake Rear disc brake caliper to Back plate 52 38
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Disc brake Front disc cover to Housing bolts 18 13
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Disc brake Front air bleeder screw 8 6
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Disc brake Rear disc brake air bleeder screw 8 6
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Disc brake Rear drum brake air bleeder screw 8 6
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Brake line Brake caliper to Brake hose union bolts 18 13
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Brake line Brake hose to Brake pipe 15 11
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Brake line Rear brake hoses 18 13 With ABS
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Brake line Rear brake hoses 15 11 Without ABS
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Brake line Front brake pipe assembly 15 11 With ABS, LHD model
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Brake line Front brake pipe assembly 15 11 With ABS, RHD model
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Brake line Front brake pipe assembly 15 11 Without ABS, LHD model
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Brake line Front brake pipe assembly 15 11 Without ABS, RHD model
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Brake line Center brake pipe assembly 15 11
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Brake line Brake pipes to Master cylinder 8 6
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Brake pedal Brake pedal bleeder cap 8 6
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Brake pedal Brake pedal nut 29 21 RHD model
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Brake pedal Accelerator bracket bolt 18 13 LHD model
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Brake pedal Accelerator bracket bolt 18 13 RHD model
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Brake pedal Accelerator cable bracket bolt 5 4
  • Turbo
  • DOHC Engines
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Master cylinder Cylinder body nut 14 10 LHD model
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Master cylinder Cylinder body nut 14 10 RHD model
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Master cylinder Brake master cylinder and bracket nut 14 10
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Parking brake Parking brake lever 18 13
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ABS ABS control module and hydraulic control unit 15 11 With ABS, LHD model
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ABS ABS control module and hydraulic control unit 15 11 With ABS, RHD model
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ABS ABS sensor to Housing 32 24
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Wheel nut 88 65
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Struts Front strut mount to Body nuts 20 15
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Struts Rear strut mount self-locking nut 20 15
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Struts Front damper strut self-locking nut 55 41
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Struts Rear damper strut self-locking nut 60 44
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Struts Front damper strut lower mount self-locking nuts 175 129
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Struts Rear strut to Housing bolts 200 148
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer to Stabilizer bracket 25 18
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Stabilizer link to Front transverse link 30 22
  • Automatic Transmission
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Stabilizer link to Front transverse link 30 22
  • Manual Transmission
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer link self-locking nut 45 33
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer link self-locking nut 45 33
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Control arm Lower arm to Knuckle arm of housing bolts 49 36
  • Automatic Transmission
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Control arm Front transverse link self-locking nut 30 22
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Control arm Front lateral link self-locking nut 140 103
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Control arm Rear lateral link self-locking nut 45 33
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Trailing arm Rear trailing link self-locking nuts 115 85
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Trailing arm Rear trailing link self-locking nuts 100 74
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Ball joint Transverse link ball joint to Housing 49 36
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Ball joint Front transverse link ball joint castle nut 40 30
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Ball joint Ball joint to housing bolt 50 37
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general torque settings

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

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