Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1997 Eagle Talon Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Center Member Bolts | 51-58 (69-78) | ||||||
| Center Member-To-Frame Bolts | 64 (88) | ||||||
| Clutch Oil Fluid Chamber Bolt | 14 (19) | ||||||
| Clutch Oil Tube Nuts | 11 (15) | ||||||
| Clutch Release Cylinder Mounting Bolt | |||||||
| Non-Turbo | (1) | ||||||
| Turbo | 13 (18) | ||||||
| Clutch Release Cylinder-To-Union Bolt | 17 (23) | ||||||
| Compression Lower Arm Ball Joint Nut | 44-52 (59-71) | ||||||
| Damper Fork | |||||||
| Upper Bolt | 76 (103) | ||||||
| Lower Bolt | 65 (88) | ||||||
| Drive Shaft (AWD Turbo) | 30 (40) | ||||||
| Flywheel Bolts | 55 (75) | ||||||
| Front Roll Stopper Bracket Bolt (2) | 42 (57) | ||||||
| Front Plate Bolt (Non-Turbo) | 40 (54) | ||||||
| Fulcrum | 26 (36) | ||||||
| Lateral Lower Arm Ball Joint Nut | 44-52 (59-71) | ||||||
| Pressure Plate-To-Flywheel Bolt | 14 (19) | ||||||
| Rear Plate Bolt (Non-Turbo) | 80 (108) | ||||||
| Rear Roll Stopper Bracket Bolts (Non-Turbo) | 54 (74) | ||||||
| Stabilizer Link Nut | 29 (39) | ||||||
| Starter Bolts | |||||||
| Non-Turbo | 40 (54) | ||||||
| Turbo | 22 (30) | ||||||
| Stay Bolts | 65 (88) | ||||||
| Tie Rod End Nut | 18-24 (24-33) | ||||||
| Transaxle Bolt | |||||||
| Non-Turbo | 70 (95) | ||||||
| Turbo - Bolt Near Drive Shaft | 22-25 (30-34) | ||||||
| Turbo - All Other Bolts | 35 (48) | ||||||
| Transaxle Bracket | |||||||
| Bolt | 51 (69) | ||||||
| Nuts | 42 (57) | ||||||
| Transaxle Case Lower Cover Bolt (Non-Turbo) | 80 (108) | ||||||
| Wheel Lug Nuts | 65-80 (88-108) | ||||||
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |||||||
| Bellhousing Bolt (Turbo) | 80 (9) | ||||||
| Clutch Release Cylinder Bleeder Plug | 97 (11) | ||||||
| Master Cylinder Push Rod | 106 (12) | ||||||
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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.