Torque Specifications

1983 Chevrolet Sportvan G10, 5.7 LSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Flexible Coupling Bolt & Studs
"P" Models 20 (27)
All Others 18 (24)
Lower Coupling-to-Worm Shaft Clamp
"P" Models 75 (102)
All Others 30 (41)
Lower Jacket Bearing Clamp 30 (41)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Bearing Housing Support Screw (Tilt Wheel) 60 (6.8)
Column Lock Plate Cover 20 (2.3)
Column-to-Dash Panel 125 (14.2)
Firewall Bracket Clamp
"G" Models 150 (17.0)
"P" Models 98 (11.1)
Floor Pan Cover Plate
"G" Models 30 (3.4)
"P" Models 24 (2.7)
Ignition Switch Screws 35 (4.0)
Lock Bolt Spring Screw (Tilt Wheel) 35 (4.0)
Lower Bearing Adjusting Ring Bolt 70 (7.9)
Turn Signal Housing 45 (5.1)
RENDER: 1.0x

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