Fastener Tightening Specifications - Vehicle Access

2009 Suzuki Equator Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WDSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications - Vehicle Access
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FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS - VEHICLE ACCESS

Application Specification
Metric English
Front Side Door Lock Striker Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Front Outside Door Handle Screws 8 N.m 71 lb in
Liftgate Handle Screws 3 N.m 27 lb in
Liftgate Latch Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Liftgate Lock Striker Screws 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Rear Outside Door Handle Screws 8 N.m 71 lb in
Rear Side Door Lock Striker Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Side Door Inside Handle Bolt 2.5 N.m 22 lb in
Side Door Inside Handle Screw 2.5 N.m 22 lb in
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.