Torque Specifications
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Torque Specifications (1 Of 2)
| Description | Nm | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Steering System | |||
| Power steering pump bolts | 25 | 18 | --- |
| Pressure line fitting-to-pump | 33 | 24 | --- |
| A/C compressor bolts | 25 | 18 | --- |
| Radiator tube-to-engine bolts | 10 | --- | 89 |
| Power steering reservoir top bolt | 4 | --- | 35 |
| Power steering reservoir side bolt | 10 | 7 | --- |
Torque Specifications (2 Of 2)
| Description | N.m | lb-ft | lb-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering gear-to-crossmember nuts and bolts | 103 | 76 | --- |
| Steering line clamp plate-to-steering gear bolt | 15 | 11 | --- |
| Spindle tie-rod-to-rack gear | 100 | 74 | --- |
| Tie-rod end-to-knuckle nut | 80 | 59 | --- |
| Fluid cooler-to-radiator bolts | 10 | --- | 89 |
| Power steering pressure hose bracket-to-frame bolt | 10 | --- | 89 |
| Variable assist power steering (VAPS) actuator-to-gear bolts | 3 | --- | 27 |
| Steering Column | |||
| Steering column mounting nuts | 18 | 13 | --- |
| Steering column release motor assembly mounting screws | 4 | --- | 35 |
| Steering column-to-intermediate shaft bolt | 30 | 22 | --- |
| Intermediate shaft slider bolt | 35 | 26 | --- |
| Intermediate shaft-to-steering gear bolt | 35 | 26 | --- |
| Steering wheel bolt | 38 | 38 | --- |
| Dash plate nuts | 9 | --- | 80 |
| Rotation sensor screws | 0.9 | --- | 8 |