Torque Specifications
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Front differential
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL - TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Part Tightened | N*m | kgf*cm | ft.*lbf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dram plug x Differential earner | 39 | 398 | 29 |
| Filler plug x Differential carrier | 39 | 398 | 29 |
| Differential carrier assembly x Engine assembly | 81 | 826 | 60 |
| Breather plug x Differential earner | 21 | 214 | 16 |
| Companion flange x Differential drive pinion | 490 or less | 4996 or less | 361 or less |
| Breather plug oil deflector x Differential earner | 70 | 71 | 62 in *lbf |
| Carner retainer x Differential earner | 58 | 591 | 43 |
| Ring gear x Differential case sub-assembly | 97 | 989 | 72 |
Rear differential
REAR DIFFERENTIAL - TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Part Tightened | N*m | kgf*cm | ft.*lbf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drain plug x Differential carrier | 49 | 500 | 36 |
| Filler plug x Differential carrier | 49 | 500 | 36 |
| Differential carrier cover x Differential earner | 47 | 479 | 35 |
| Breather plug x Differential carrier cover | 21 | 214 | 16 |
| Breather plug oil deflector x Differential carrier cover | 70 | 71 | 62 in *lbf |
| Differential case x Differential ring gear | 1st 64 | 1st 653 | 1st 47 |
| 2nd turn 60 to 90° | 2nd turn 60 to 90° | 2nd turn 60 to 90° | |
| Companion flange rear x Differential drive pinion | 490 or less | 4997 or less | 361 or less |
| Front side Differential carrier assembly x Suspension member | 105 | 1071 | 77 |
| Rear side Differential carrier assembly x Suspension member *For use with SST | 103 | 1050 | 76 |
| 75* | 765* | 55* |
Differential mount cushion
DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT CUSHION - TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Part Tightened | N*m | kgf*cm | ft.*lbf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front side Differential carrier assembly x Suspension member | 105 | 1071 | 77 |
| Rear side Differential carrier assembly x Suspension member *For use with SST | 103 | 1050 | 76 |
| 75* | 765* | 55* | |
| Suspension member x Body | 127 | 1295 | 94 |
| Suspension member x Rear suspension member damper | 25 | 255 | 18 |
| Parking brake release cable x Body | 80 | 82 | 71 in *lbf |