Torque Specifications

1996 Mercury Sable GS, 4D Wagon, AX4NSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Sable and 1997 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Steering Wheel Bolt 25-33 (34-46)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor Retainer Screws 91-122 (10.2-13.8)
Clockspring Assembly Screws 18-26 (2.0-3.0)
Driver-Side Air Bag Module
Screw And Washer Assembly 91-122 (10.2-13.8)
Retaining Screws 89-123 (10-14)
Front Impact Sensor Screws 91-122 (11-13)
Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Retaining Bolts 68-92 (7.6-10.4)
RENDER: 1.0x

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