Torque Specifications

1988 Chevrolet Cavalier VL, StandardSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Fuel Feed Line Nut (2.3L) 22 (30)
Fuel Rail Bolt
2.0L 15-20 (20-27)
2.3L 19 (26)
2.8L 19 (26)
Plenum Bolt
2.8L 16 (22)
5.0L & 5.7L 16-18 (22-24)
Regulator Fuel Fitting (2.8L) 20 (27)
Runner Bolt
5.0L & 5.7L 19 (26)
Throttle Body Bolt
2.3L, 5.0L & 5.7L 18 (24)
All Others 11 (15)
INCH Lbs. (N.m) 
IAC Valve Retaining Screw 18 (2.0)
Pressure Regulator Retaining Bolt (2.3L) 44 (4.9)
Regulator-To-Bracket Bolt (2.8L) 28 (3.2)
Bracket-To-Rail Bolt
5.0L & 5.7L 44 (4.9)
Crossover Tube Retainer Bolt
5.0L & 5.7L 44 (4.9)
Regulator-To-Base Bolt
5.0L & 5.7L 44 (4.9)
All Others 30 (3.4)
TPS Retaining Screw 18 (2.0)
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.
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