Torque Specifications

1991 Pontiac Trans Sport SE, 3T40/MD9SECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Adjuster Plug Lock Nut 50 (68)
Frame-To-Body Bolt (1) 103 (140)
Inner Tie Rod 70 (95)
Intermediate Shaft Bolt 35 (47)
Lines-To-Steering Gear 18 (24)
Pinion Shaft Nut 26 (35)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolt 70 (95)
Tie Rod End Lock Nut 50 (68)
Tie Rod-To-Steering Knuckle Nut (2) 30 (41)
Wheel Lug Nut 100 (136)
(1)
Use NEW bolt. DO NOTΒ  reuse bolts.
(2)
Maximum torque to align cotter key hole is 52 ft. lbs. (71 N.m).
RENDER: 1.0x

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