Mitsubishi Triton 3 (1996-2006) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: February 11, 2024

By Vauxford - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0

Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Mitsubishi Triton 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 settings for Mitsubishi Triton 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Oil drain plug 39 29
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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  • Production years: 1996 - 2006
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: pickup
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Mitsubishi Colt Mitsubishi L200 Mitsubishi Storm Mitsubishi L200 Endeavor Mitsubishi Strada Mitsubishi Magnum Mitsubishi Mega Magnum Mitsubishi Strakar

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 bolt 7 5
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Oil pan Oil drain plug 39 29
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Oil pump Oil screen bolt 19 14
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 2WD
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Oil pump Oil screen bolts 19 14
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 4WD
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Cylinder head Cylinder head assembly bolt 113 83 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Cylinder head Cylinder head assembly bolt 123 91 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Glow plugs Glow plugs 18 13
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Glow plugs Glow plug terminal nut 5 4
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Intake manifold Intake manifold bolts 18 13
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Engine mounts Engine heat protector nut 10 7
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Engine mounts Engine support front insulator attaching bolt 34 25
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Alternator Alternator pivot bolt 44 32
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Alternator Alternator lock bolt 22 16
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Alternator Alternator adjusting bolt 10 7
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Alternator Alternator connector 14 10
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 19 14 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Camshaft Camshaft bearing cap bolts 21 15 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 64 47 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Camshaft Camshaft sprocket bolt 74 55 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 167 123 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 186 137 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 25 18 For power steering or A/C
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 25 18 For power steering or A/C
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Water pump Water pump assembly bolts 12 9 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Water pump Water pump assembly bolts 15 11 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Water pump Water pump assembly bolt 24 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Fuel/Oil cooler Engine oil cooler eye bolts 29 21 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Fuel/Oil cooler Engine oil cooler eye bolts 34 25 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Fuel/Oil cooler Engine oil cooler hose connection 44 32
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Fuel/Oil cooler A/T oil cooler eye bolts 35 26
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • Automatic Transmission
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Radiator Cooling fan bolt 10 7 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Radiator Cooling fan bolt 12 9 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Radiator Radiator assembly bolts 12 9
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Radiator Radiator upper shroud bolt 5 4
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Radiator Radiator upper shroud nuts 12 9
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Radiator Radiator water inlet fitting bolt 13 10
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Radiator Radiator reserve tank assembly bolt 5 4
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolt 12 9 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 4WD
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Radiator Thermostat housing bolt 15 11 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 4WD
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Air conditioning A/C compressor assembly bolt 22 16
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt upper cover assembly bolts 10 7 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt upper cover assembly bolts 12 9 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt front upper cover bolts 10 7 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt front upper cover bolts 12 9 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt front lower cover bolts 10 7 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt front lower cover bolts 12 9 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt B tensioner pivot side bolt 24 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt B tensioner slot side nut 25 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner assembly bolts and nuts 25 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner slot side bolt 25 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Valve cover Rocker cover bolt 6 4
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Rocker arm Rocker arm and shaft assembly bolts 34 25 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Rocker arm Rocker arm and shaft assembly bolts 39 29 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Fuel system Fuel injection pipe 29 21
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel assembly bolt 127 94 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • Manual Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel assembly bolt 137 101 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • Manual Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate adaptor plate bolt 127 94 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • Automatic Transmission
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate adaptor plate bolt 137 101 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • Automatic Transmission
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Power steering Power steering oil pump drive belt tension fixing bolts 22 16
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Power steering Power steering oil pump assembly bolts 22 16
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Power steering Power steering oil pump bracket bolt 24 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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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 nut 18 13
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 2WD
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold heat protector bolts 12 9 Minimum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 2WD
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold heat protector bolts 15 11 Maximum torque
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 2WD
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold and turbocharger heat protector bolts 9 7
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 4WD
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold and turbocharger nut 18 13
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 4WD
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust fitting bolt and nut 60 44
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
  • 4WD
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe bolt 25 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Exhaust manifold Front exhaust pipe connection nut 30 22
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Muffler Central exhaust pipe to Main muffler bolt 25 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Muffler Main muffler hanger bracket bolt 13 10
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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Catalytic converter Front exhaust pipe to Catalytic converter bolt 25 18
  • 2.5L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
  • 4D56
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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 Triton 3

By Vauxford - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0


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