Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| A/C Condenser Mounting Bolts | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| A/C Condenser Tube Clip Bolt | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Coolant Heater Bolt/Screw | 2 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Coolant Fan Heat Shield Screws | 4 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Cooling Fan Motor Screws | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Cooling Fan Nut | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Cooling Fan Shroud Bolts | 6 N.m | 53 lb in |
| Discharge Hose to Condenser Nut | 16 N.m | 12 lb ft |
| Engine Mount Strut Nut | 48 N.m | 35 lb ft |
| Engine Mount Strut Bracket Bolt - Upper Radiator Support | 28 N.m | 21 lb ft |
| Evaporator Inlet Tube to Condenser Bolt | 16 N.m | 12 lb ft |
| Primary Hood Latch at Support Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Radiator Bracket Bolts | 24 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Radiator Lower Air Deflector Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Radiator Upper Mount Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Thermostat Bypass Pipe Bolt | 11 N.m | 98 lb in |
| Thermostat Bypass Pipe Nut | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Thermostat Housing Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Water Pump Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Water Pump Pulley Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |