Mitsubishi Triton 3 (1996-2006) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay Engineer with a degree in mechanical engineering
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
Glow plugs Glow plug 18 13
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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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 pressure switch Oil pressure gauge unit 15 11
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Oil pump Oil pump cover screw 10 7
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Piston rods Connecting rod nut 50 37 Stage 1
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolt 24 18 M8
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolt 50 37 M12, Stage 1
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Glow plugs Glow plug 18 13
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Intake manifold Intake manifold relief valve 48 35
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Sensor Coolant temperature sensor 40 30
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Sensor Engine coolant temperature sensor 9 7
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Alternator Generator pulley nut 98 72
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Camshaft Camshaft cap bolt 20 15
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Camshaft Cam sprocket bolt 90 66 Left-hand thread
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Crankshaft Balance shaft gear bolt 37 27
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley bolt 230 170
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Crankshaft Main bearing cap bolt 20 15 Stage 1
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Crankshaft Lower crankcase 25 18
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Water pump Water pump bolt 24 18
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler element nut 20 15
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Radiator Cooling fan nut 10 7
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Radiator Auto-cooling fan coupling nut 24 18
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Valve cover Rocker cover bolt 4 3
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injection pipe 23 17
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injection pump gear 65 48
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injection nozzle 55 41
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injection nozzle leak-off pipe nut 30 22
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Fuel system Fuel injection nozzle retaining nut 40 30
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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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 bolt 125 92
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate bolt 135 100
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Flywheel/Flex plate Drive plate rubber spacer bolt 48 35
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Torque converter Torque converter 39 29
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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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
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold bolt 30 22
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nut 31 23
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Turbo Turbocharger nut 50 37
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Turbo Turbocharger bolt 55 41
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Turbo Turbocharger assembly eyebolt 20 15
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Turbo Turbocharger assembly coupler insulator nut 50 37
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Turbo Turbocharger water outlet pipe 26 19
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Turbo Turbocharger water inlet pipe 26 19
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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Turbo Turbocharger coupling nut 5 4
  • 2.8L Turbo I4 Diesel Engine
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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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