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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)STEERINGPOWER STEERINGPOWER RECIRCULATING BALL STEERING SYSTEMTORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
1997 Chevrolet Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Torque Specifications
1997 Chevrolet Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
|---|---|---|
| Adjuster Plug Lock Nut | 78-81 (106-110) | |
| Connecting Rod Adjuster Clamp Nut | ||
| Models With I-Beam Axle | 50 (68) | |
| Connecting Rod-To-Pitman Arm Nut | ||
| Models With I-Beam Axle & Motorhome | 70 (95) | |
| Connecting Rod-To-Relay Rod Nut | 70 (95) | |
| Idler Arm Mounting Bolts | 30 (41) | |
| Idler Arm-To-Relay Rod Nut | 66 (89) | |
| Intermediate Shaft-To-Stub Shaft Bolt | ||
| With I-Beam Axle | 80 (108) | |
| Without I-Beam Axle | 75 (102) | |
| Pitman Arm-To-Relay Rod Nut | 66 (89) | |
| Pitman Arm-To-Steering Gear Nut | ||
| Models With I-Beam Axle & Motorhome | 125 (169) | |
| All Other Models | 184 (249) | |
| Pitman Shaft Adjuster Screw Lock Nut | 35 (47) | |
| Rack Piston End Plug | 110 (149) | |
| Relay Arm-To-Relay Rod Nut | 66 (89) | |
| Shock Absorber-To-Frame Bolt | ||
| Commercial Van With I-Beam Axle | 35 (47) | |
| Motorhome | 8 (11) | |
| Shock Absorber-To-Idler Arm Nut | 46 (62) | |
| Shock Absorber-To-Relay Rod Nut | 45-46 (61-62) | |
| Shock Absorber-To-Tie Rod Nut | ||
| Models With I-Beam Axle | 46 (62) | |
| Side Cover Bolts | 45 (61) | |
| Steering Gear Mounting Bolts | 66 (89) | |
| Steering Pump Mounting Bolts | ||
| 4.3L & 5.7L | 25 (34) | |
| 6.2L Diesel | 32 (43) | |
| 7.4L | 36 (49) | |
| Tie Rod Adjuster Clamp Nut | 14 (19) | |
| Tie Rod Jam Nut | ||
| Commercial Van With I-Beam Axle | 277 (375) | |
| Tie Rod-To-Relay Rod Nut | 66 (89) | |
| Tie Rod-To-Steering Knuckle Nut | ||
| Commercial Van With I-Beam Axle | 162 (220) | |
| All Other Models | 46 (62) | |
| Union Fitting | 55 (75) | |
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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.