Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Cooler Pipe Clip Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Cooler Pipe Fittings | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Front Frame Bolt | 155 N.m | 114 lb ft |
| Inner Tie Rod | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Intermediate Steering Shaft Bolt | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Pinion Lock Nut | 30 N.m | 22 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Cylinder End Fittings | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Bolts | 14 N.m | 124 lb in |
| Power Steering Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjuster Lock Nut | 68 N.m | 50 lb ft |
| Power Steering Gear Valve End Fittings | 19 N.m | 124 lb in |
| Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Nut | 25 N.m | 19 lb ft |
| Power Steering Pump to Bracket Bolts (LY7) | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Power Steering Reservoir Bracket Bolts | 6 N.m | 5 lb ft |
| Power Steering Reservoir Mounting Stud Bolt | 25 N.m | 19 lb ft |
| Pressure Hose Fittings | 27 N.m | 20 lb ft |
| Pump Bolts (LA1) | 34 N.m | 25 lb ft |
| Pump Bolts (LY7) | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Rear Frame Bolt | 240 N.m | 177 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Bolt (at Frame) | 80 N.m | 59 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Nut (at Frame) * | 80 N.m | 59 lb ft |
| Tie Rod Ball Stud Nut * | 30 N.m + 120 degrees (2 flats) 1 | 22 lb ft + 120 degrees (2 flats) 1 |
* This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
If the fastener does not meet these criteria, REPLACE the fastener. 1 Ensure that 2.5-4.5 tie rod end threads are visible beyond the tie rod ball stud nut nylon. |
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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.
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