Dodge Dakota 2 (1997-2004) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Dodge Dakota 2 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque settings for Dodge Dakota 2

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 2.5L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Oil pan Drain plug 34 25
  • 5.9L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter 18 13
  • 2.5L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 37 27
  • 2.5L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 41 30
  • 3.9L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • 4.7L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 41 30
  • 5.9L Engine
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Axle shaft Front axle nut 235 173
  • 4x4
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 115 85 Minimum torque
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 157 116 Maximum torque
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  • Production years: 1997 - 2004
  • Generation: 2
  • Type of van: pickup
  • 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 pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 2.5L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Oil pan Oil pan drain plug 34 25
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Oil pan Drain plug 34 25
  • 5.9L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 10 7 1/4 inch bolts
  • 2.5L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 15 11 5/16 inch bolts
  • 2.5L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 24 18
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 24 18
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 15 11
  • 4.7L Engine
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 24 18
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Oil pan Oil pan bolts 24 18
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Oil filter Oil filter 18 13
  • 2.5L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter adaptor bolt 102 75
  • 2.5L Engine
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Oil filter Oil filter connector 68 50
  • 2.5L Engine
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Oil pressure switch Oil pressure sending unit 15 11
  • 2.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 30 22 Step 1, All bolts
  • 2.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 61 45 Step 2, All bolts
  • 2.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 149 110 Step 3, Bolts 1 to 6
  • 2.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 136 100 Step 4, Bolt 7
  • 2.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 149 110 Step 5, Bolts 8 to 10
  • 2.5L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 68 50 Step 1
  • 3.9L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 143 105 Step 2
  • 3.9L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 28 21 Bolts M8
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 81 60 Bolts M11
  • 4.7L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 68 50 Step 1
  • 5.9L Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 143 105 Step 2
  • 5.9L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 37 27
  • 2.5L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 41 30
  • 3.9L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 27 20
  • 4.7L Engine
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 41 30
  • 5.9L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap nuts 45 33
  • 2.5L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 61 45
  • 3.9L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 27 20
  • 4.7L Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod cap bolts 61 45
  • 5.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold fasteners 41 30 Fastener 1
  • 2.5L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold fasteners 31 23 Fasteners 2 to 5
  • 2.5L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold fasteners 23 17 Fasteners 6 and 7
  • 2.5L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 8 6 Step 1, Bolts 1 and 2
  • 3.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 1 1 Step 1, Bolts 1 and 2, In alternating steps
  • 3.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 8 6 Step 2, Bolts 3 to 12
  • 3.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 8 6 Step 3, All bolts
  • 3.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 16 12 Step 4, All bolts
  • 3.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold retaining bolts 12 9
  • 4.7L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 8 6 Step 1, Bolts 1 to 4
  • 5.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 1 1 Step 1, Bolts 1 to 4, In alternating steps
  • 5.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 8 6 Step 2, Bolts 5 to 12
  • 5.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 8 6 Step 3, All bolts
  • 5.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 16 12 Step 4, All bolts
  • 5.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Plenum pan mounting bolts 5 4 Step 1
  • 5.9L Engine
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Intake manifold Plenum pan mounting bolts 10 7 Step 2
  • 5.9L Engine
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Engine block Main bearing cap bolts 54 40 Step 1
  • 2.5L Engine
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Engine block Main bearing cap bolts 95 70 Step 2
  • 2.5L Engine
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Engine block Main bearing cap bolts 108 80 Step 3
  • 2.5L Engine
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Engine block Main bearing cap bolts 115 85
  • 3.9L Engine
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Engine block Main bearing cap bolts 115 85
  • 5.9L Engine
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Engine block Cylinder block drain plugs 34 25
  • 2.5L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine rear support cushion/crossmember nuts 22 16
  • 2.5L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine support bracket to Block bolts 41 30
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket to Block bolts 61 45
  • 4.7L Engine
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Engine mounts Engine support bracket to Block bolts 41 30
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x4
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Engine mounts Side engine mount bracket nuts 95 70
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x2
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Engine mounts Side engine mount bracket nuts 102 75
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x4
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Engine mounts Side engine mount through bolts nuts 68 50
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x2
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Engine mounts Engine mount bracket locknuts 41 30
  • 4.7L Engine
  • 4x2
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Alternator Generator mounting bolts 57 42
  • 2.5L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bolt 41 30
  • 3.9L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 22 16 Bolts M8, Minimum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 34 25 Bolts M8, Maximum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 40 30 Bolts M10, Minimum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 68 50 Bolts M10, Maximum torque
  • 4.7L Engine
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Alternator Generator bolts 41 30
  • 5.9L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bracket to Engine 47 35
  • 2.5L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bracket to Intake manifold 54 40
  • 3.9L Engine
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Alternator Generator mounting bracket to Intake manifold 54 40
  • 5.9L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 108 80
  • 2.5L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 68 50
  • 3.9L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 122 90 Non-oiled bolt
  • 4.7L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 68 50
  • 5.9L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft thrust plate bolts 24 18
  • 3.9L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft thrust plate bolts 24 18
  • 5.9L Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap retaining bolts 11 8
  • 4.7L Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 30 22
  • 2.5L Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 40 30
  • 3.9L Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 40 30
  • 5.9L Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolts 54 40
  • 4.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner Belt tensioner pulley bolt 57 42
  • 2.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner pulley bolt 61 45
  • 3.9L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner pulley bolt 61 45
  • 4.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner pulley bolt 61 45
  • 5.9L Engine
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Belt tensioner Belt tensioner bracket to Block bolts 47 35
  • 2.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner to Block bolts 41 30
  • 3.9L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner to Block bolts 41 30
  • 4.7L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner to Block bolts 41 30
  • 5.9L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner to Mounting bracket bolts 67 49
  • 3.9L Engine
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Belt tensioner Automatic belt tensioner to Mounting bracket bolts 67 49
  • 5.9L Engine
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Belt tensioner Accessory drive belt tensioner assembly fastener 54 40
  • 5.9L Engine
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Belt tensioner Belt idler pulley fixed pulley bolt 57 42
  • 2.5L Engine
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Belt tensioner Idler pulley assembly retaining bolts 55 41
  • 4.7L Engine
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Differential bearing cap bolts 61 45
  • C205F Axle
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Differential Differential bearing cap bolt 95 70
  • 8.25 Axle
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Differential Differential bearing cap bolt 136 100
  • 9.25 Axle
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Differential Differential cover bolts 23 17
  • C205F Axle
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Differential Differential cover bolt 41 30
  • 8.25 Axle
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Differential Differential cover bolt 41 30
  • 9.25 Axle
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Differential Differential ring gear bolt 95 70 Minimum torque
  • C205F Axle
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Differential Differential ring gear bolt 122 90 Maximum torque
  • C205F Axle
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Differential Differential ring gear bolt 102 75
  • 8.25 Axle
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Differential Differential ring gear bolt 157 116
  • 9.25 Axle
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Wheel hub assembly Front hub/bearing bolts 166 122
  • 4x4
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch cover bolts 28 21
  • 2.5L Engine
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch cover bolts 23 17 5/16 inch diameter bolts
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch cover bolts 41 30 3/8 inch diameter bolts
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch housing to Transmission bolts 38 28
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch housing bolts 54 40 Minimum torque
  • NV3500 Manual Transmission
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Clutch pressure plate Clutch housing bolts 61 45 Maximum torque
  • NV3500 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain/Fill plug 34 25
  • NV1500 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain/Fill plug 9 7 Minimum torque
  • NV3500 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Drain/Fill plug 27 20 Maximum torque
  • NV3500 Manual Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid pan bolt 17 13
  • 42RE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Fluid pan bolt 17 13
  • 46RE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Oil pan bolt 12 9
  • 45RFE Automatic Transmission
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Transmission mount Transmission to Engine mounting bolts 41 30
  • 4.7L Engine
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Transmission mount Transmission support bracket bolts 43 32
  • 2.5L Engine
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Transmission mount Transmission support bracket bolts 68 50
  • 3.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Transmission mount Transmission support bracket bolts 68 50
  • 5.9L Engine
  • 4x2
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Transmission mount Transmission support adaptor bracket bolts 75 55
  • 2.5L Engine
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Transmission mount Transmission to Engine bolts 108 80
  • NV1500 Manual Transmission
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Transmission mount Transmission to Engine bolts 108 80
  • NV3500 Manual Transmission
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Axle shaft Front hub/bearing spindle nut 251 185
  • 4x2
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Axle shaft Front axle nut 235 173
  • 4x4
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Axle shaft Axle nut 244 180
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Axle shaft Axle flange bolts 90 66
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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 knuckle nut 108 80
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Tie rod end Tie rod end jam nut 75 55
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Steering rack Rack and pinion steering gear to frame bolts 258 190
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Steering column Steering column bracket nuts 12 9
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Steering shaft Rack and pinion steering gear intermediate shaft bolt 49 36
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Steering wheel Steering wheel nut 47 35
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Power steering pump Power steering pump mounting bolts 28 21
  • 2.5L Engine
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Power steering pump Power steering pump mounting bolts 41 30
  • 3.9L Engine
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Power steering pump Power steering pump mounting bolts 41 30
  • 5.9L Engine
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Power steering pump Power steering pump mounting bolts 28 21
  • 4.7L Engine
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Power steering pump Power steering pump bracket bolts 41 30
  • 3.9L Engine
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Power steering pump Power steering pump bracket bolts 41 30
  • 5.9L Engine
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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 assembly bolts 41 30 Bolt 1
  • 2.5L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold assembly bolts 31 23 Bolts 2 to 5
  • 2.5L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold assembly nuts 14 10 Nuts 6 and 7
  • 2.5L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts and nuts 34 25
  • 3.9L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts 25 18
  • 4.7L Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolts and nuts 34 25
  • 5.9L Engine
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Brake caliper Front brake caliper guide pin bolts 30 22
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Brake caliper Rear brake caliper guide pin/mounting bolts 30 22
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Wheel lug nut 115 85 Minimum torque
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 157 116 Maximum torque
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber upper nut 26 19
  • 4x2
  • 4x4
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber lower bolts 28 21
  • 4x2
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber lower bolts 108 80
  • 4x4
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber upper bolt 95 70
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower bolt 95 70
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar retainer bolts 60 44
  • 4x2
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar retainer bolt 108 80
  • 4x4
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar retainer nut 190 140
  • 4x4
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer bar control arm retainer bolts 34 25
  • 4x4
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar frame bracket nuts 54 40
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar retainer bolts 54 40
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link upper nut 37 27
  • 4x2
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer bar link ball stud nut 47 35
  • 4x2
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Rear stabilizer bar link nuts 54 40
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Control arm Front upper suspension arm pivot shaft nuts 167 123
  • 4x2
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Control arm Front upper suspension arm pivot shaft nuts 129 95
  • 4x4
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Control arm Front upper suspension arm pivot shaft to Frame nuts 210 155
  • 4x2
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Control arm Front upper suspension arm pivot shaft to Frame bolts 224 165
  • 4x4
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Control arm Front lower suspension arm front nut 175 129
  • 4x2
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Control arm Front lower suspension arm front bolt 108 80
  • 4x4
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Control arm Front lower suspension arm rear nut 108 80
  • 4x2
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Control arm Front lower suspension arm rear bolt 190 140
  • 4x4
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Ball joint Front upper ball joint nut 81 60
  • 4x2
  • 4x4
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 127 94
  • 4x2
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Ball joint Front lower ball joint nut 183 135
  • 4x4
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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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