Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Differential Carrier Bolts | 23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Differential-Side Bearing Cap Bolts | 60 N.m | 44 lb ft |
| Front Axle Housing Center Mount Bolts and Nuts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Front Axle Housing Drain Plug | 23 N.m | 17 lb ft |
| Front Axle Housing Left Mount Bracket Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Front Axle Housing Oil Level/Filler Plug | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Front Axle Housing Right Mount Bracket Bolts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Front Propeller Shaft Bolts and Nuts | 55 N.m | 41 lb ft |
| Front Skid Plate Bolts | 54 N.m | 40 lb ft |
| Left Differential-Side Joint Bolts and Nuts | 55 N.m | 41 lb ft |
| Locking Hub Cover Bolts | 33 N.m | 24 lb ft |
| Lower Ball Joint Bolts and Nuts | 85 N.m | 63 lb ft |
| Ring Gear Bolts | 85 N.m | 63 lb ft |
| Side Bearing Lock Plate Bolts | 13 N.m | 10 lb ft |