Fastener Tightening Specifications

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Ball Joint to Steering Knuckle Nut
  • First Pass
50 N.m
Reverse Nut 3/4 turn
37 lb ft
Reverse Nut 3/4 turn
  • Second Pass
50 N.m +30Β° 37 lb ft + 30Β°
Frame Bolts 100 N.m + 180Β° 74 lb ft + 180Β°
Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Intermediate Shaft Pinch Bolt 34 N.m 25 lb ft
Outer Tie Rod to Knuckle Nut 25 N.m +90Β° 18 lb ft +90Β°
Radiator Support Bracket Bolts 22 N.m 16 lb ft
Rear Transaxle Mount to Frame Bolts 50 N.m 37 lb ft
Transaxle Thru Bolt 100 N.m 74 lb ft
RENDER: 1.0x

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