How To Determine Nut Strength

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION How To Determine Nut Strength
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Fig 1: Standard Nut Strength Specifications
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HINT:

Use the nut with the same number of the nut strength classification or greater than the bolt strength classification number when tightening parts with a bolt and nut.

Example: Bolt = 4T

Nut = 4N or more

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