Torque Specifications

1988 Toyota Tercel Base, 2D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Drain Plug
A-42DL, A-43D, A-45DL & A-45DF 15 (20)
A-55 & A-55F 22 (29)
All Others Securely
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Oil Filter Bolts
A-42DL, A-43D, A-45DL, A-45DF A-55 & A-55F 48 (5.4)
A-131L, A-132L & A-240E 89 (10)
A-140E & A-140L 89 (10)
A-340E & A-340H 61 (6.8)
Oil Pan Bolts
A-42DL, A-43D, A-45DL & A-45DF 39 (4)
A-55 & A-55F 65 (7)
A-340E & A-340H 65 (7)
All Others 43 (5)
RENDER: 1.0x

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