Fastener Tightening Specifications

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Front Seat Back Pivot Bolt 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Front Seat Front Adjuster Nut 28 N.m 21 lb ft
Front Seat Rear Adjuster Nut 28 N.m 21 lb ft
Front Seat Recliner Bolt 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Front Seat Recliner Finish Cover Screw 1.9 N.m 17 lb in
Lumbar Actuator Screw 1.2 N.m 10 lb in
Rear Folding Seat Back Pinion Bolts 6 N.m 53 lb in
Rear Seat Back Latch Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
Seat Adjuster to Cushion Frame Bolt 20 N.m 15 lb ft
Seat Belt Buckle Bolt - Driver Side 34 N.m 25 lb ft
Tie Bar Bolt 10 N.m 89 lb in
RENDER: 1.0x

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