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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Description	Nm	lb-ft
Front seat support-to-floorpan bolts and studs	55	41
Armrest bolt	35	26
Seat back recliner bolts (front seat)	48	35
Seat back pivot bolts (front seat)	48	35
Seat back pivot bolts (rear 2nd row quad bucket)	25	18
Cushion support bracket bolts (LH rear 2nd row quad bucket)	25	18
Seat track-to-seat support nuts and bolts	25	18
Seat track-to-seat cushion bolts	25	18
Rear bench seat back frame-to-seat cushion frame bolts	25	18
Rear bench stanchion-to-seat cushion frame bolts	25	18
Armrest bracket-to-rear bench seat back frame bolts	25	18
Rear bench seat latch striker-to-floorpan	55	41
Rear bench seat latch striker, extended wagon	45	33
Rear bench seat belt and buckle assembly-to-stanchion bolts	40	30
Rear bench seat belt and buckle assembly-to-seat cushion frame bolts	40	30
Rear quad bucket safety belt buckle end bolt	40	30
Rear quad bucket safety belt anchor and strap bolt	40	30
Lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH) attachment bolts, forward	25	18
Lower anchors and tethers for children (LATCH) attachment bolts, rearward	13	10

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.

Safety Warning

Torque Specifications

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When to See a Mechanic

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