2003 Mitsubishi Lancer LSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Fastener Tightening Specifications

ITEM SPECIFICATION
Charging system 
Bearing retainer bolt 3.7 ± 0.7 N.m (33 ± 6 in-lb)
Engine mount bracket to engine nut 67 ± 7 N.m (50 ± 5 ft-lb)
Engine mount insulator to frame bolt 44 ± 10 N.m (33 ± 7 ft-lb)
Front bracket assembly bolt 4.4 ± 1.0 N.m (39 ± 9 in-lb)
Generator bolt 23 ± 2 N.m (17 ± 1 ft-lb)
Generator brace bolt 23 ± 2 N.m (17 ± 1 ft-lb)
Generator nut 44 ± 10 N.m (33 ± 7 ft-lb)
Generator pulley nut 118 ± 19 N.m (87 ± 14 ft-lb)
Power steering hose clamp bolt 12 ± 2 N.m (102 ± 22 in-lb)
Regulator assembly bolt 3.7 ± 0.7 N.m (33 ± 6 in-lb)
Starting system 
Magnetic switch screw 5.8 ± 1.6 N.m (52 ± 14 in-lb)
Rear bracket screw 3.4 ± 1.0 N.m (30 ± 9 in-lb)
Stator bolt 48 ± 5 N.m (36 ± 4 ft-lb)
Stator screw 5.8 ± 1.6 N.m (52 ± 14 in-lb)
Ignition system 
Camshaft position sensor bolt 8.8 ± 1.0 N.m (78 ± 9 in-lb)
Crankshaft position sensor bolt 9.8 ± 2.0 N.m (87 ± 17 in-lb)
Ignition coil bolt 10 ± 2 N.m (89 ± 17 in-lb)
Knock sensor 23 ± 2 N.m (17 ± 1 ft-lb)
Knock sensor clamp bolt 11 ± 1 N.m (98 ± 8 in-lb)
Spark plug 25 ± 5 N.m (19 ± 3 ft-lb)
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  • • 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.