Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Buick Park Avenue and 1996 Buick LeSabre. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
|---|---|---|
| Compressor Bracket-To-Engine Side Bolts | 74 (100) | |
| Compressor Bracket-To-Engine Rear Bolt | 37 (50) | |
| Compressor Hose Manifold Bolt | 22 (30) | |
| Compressor-To-Bracket Rear Bolt | 74 (100) | |
| Compressor-To-Bracket Front Nuts | 37 (50) | |
| Condenser Inlet/Outlet Line | 25 (34) | |
| Drive Belt Tensioner Bolt | 37 (50) | |
| Orifice Tube Dual "O" Ring Joint | 18 (24) | |
| Refrigerant Lines | ||
| 3/8" Diameter | 12 (16) | |
| 1/2" Diameter | 18 (24) | |
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | ||
| Accumulator Bolt | 53 (6) | |
| A/C Temperature Valve Actuator Screws | 12 (1.4) | |
| Blower Motor Screws | 17 (2) | |
| Blower Resistor Screws | 34 (3.8) | |
| Condenser Bolts | 53 (6) | |
| Heater/Evaporator Case Cover Screws | 44 (5) | |
| Instrument Panel Support Nuts & Bolts | 89 (10) | |
| Steering Column Support Bracket Brace | 75 (8) | |