Torque Specifications

1996 Ford RV Cutaway 5.8 HSECTION Torque Specifications
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Compressor Brace-To-Compressor (7.3L) 30-41 (40-55)
Compressor Brace-To-Engine 20-32 (28-43)
Compressor Bracket-To-Block (4.9L) 40-50 (54-70)
Compressor Bracket-To-Head (4.9L) 30-40 (40-54)
Compressor Discharge-To-Condenser 15-20 (21-27)
Compressor-To-Bracket (4.9L, 5.0L & 5.8L) 17-23 (23-310)
Compressor-To-Engine
7.3L 30-41 (40-55)
7.5L 17-23 (23-31)
Condenser Mounting Brackets 10-14 (13-18)
Liquid Line-To-Condenser 15-20 (21-27)
Manifold-To-Compressor 13-17 (18-23)
Suction Line-To-Accumulator 25-32 (34-44)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Pressure Switch 62-115 (7-13)
Refrigerant Containment Switch 62-115 (7-13)
Self-Sealing Line Connections 80 (9)
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