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
Bracket to Body Bolts 90 N.m plus 45 degrees 66 lb ft plus 45 degrees
Brake Hose Fittings 19 N.m 14 lb ft
Bushing Through Nuts 90 N.m plus 60 degrees plus 15 degrees 66 lb ft plus 60 degrees plus 15 degrees
Shock Bolt Lower 125 N.m 92 lb ft
Shock Bolt Upper 90 N.m 66 lb ft
Wheel Bearing/Hub Assembly Mounting Nuts 45 N.m plus 30 degrees 33 lb ft plus 30 degrees
RENDER: 1.0x

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