Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fastener Specifications
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application |
| Power Steering Assist Motor Seal |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Connector Seal |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Seal |
| Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose Seal |
| Steering Gear Belt |
| Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp |
| Steering Gear Bushing |
| Steering Gear Pipe Seal |
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Power Steering Assist Motor Pivot Bolt | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Steering Gear Bolt | |
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110 N.m (81 lb ft) |
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150-165 degrees |
| Steering Gear Housing Cover Bolt - M6 | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Steering Gear Housing Cover Bolt - M8 | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
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NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Power Steering Fluid Cooler Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose | 34 N.m (25 lb ft) |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet and Outlet Hose Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose and Outlet Pipe Bracket Nut | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Bolt | 50 N.m (37 lb ft) |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Bracket Bolt-Bracket@Engine | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Bracket Bolt-Hose@Bracket | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Power Steering Gear Inlet Hose Connector | 34 N.m (25 lb ft) |
| Power Steering Gear Outlet Hose | 34 N.m (25 lb ft) |
| Power Steering Pump Bolt | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Power Steering Pump Bracket Bolt-Long | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Power Steering Pump Bracket Bolt-Short | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Steering Gear Heat Shield Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Steering Gear Pipe | 19 N.m (14 lb ft) |
| Steering Gear Pipe Retainer Bolt | 12 N.m (106 lb in) |
| Steering Gear Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod | 100 N.m (74 lb ft) |
| Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut | |
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35 N.m (26 lb ft) |
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30 - 45 degrees |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.