Torque Specifications
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For information on S & T Series rear disc brakes, see REAR DISC BRAKES - S & T SERIES
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT DISC & REAR DRUM BRAKES)
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axle Shaft-To-Hub Bolt | |||||||||
| 10 1/2" Ring Gear | 115 (156) | ||||||||
| 11" Ring Gear | 15 (20) | ||||||||
| Backing Plate Bolts | 103 (140) | ||||||||
| Brake Cylinder Bolts | 15 (20) | ||||||||
| Brake Line Fittings (Except To EBCM) | 22 (30) | ||||||||
| Brake Line Fittings (To EBCM) | 15 (20) | ||||||||
| Brake Hoses | 15 (20) | ||||||||
| Banjo Bolts-To-Front Caliper | 37 (50) | ||||||||
| Caliper Bracket Bolts (U-Van) | 137 (185) | ||||||||
| Caliper Guide Pin (Floating Caliper) | 37 (50) | ||||||||
| Caliper Support Key Bolt (Sliding Caliper) | 15 (20) | ||||||||
| Combination Valve Allen Bolts | 12 (16) | ||||||||
| Differential Cover Bolt | |||||||||
| 10 1/2" Ring Gear | 30 (41) | ||||||||
| 11" Ring Gear | 35 (47) | ||||||||
| Except 10 1/2" & 11" Ring Gear | 20 (27) | ||||||||
| Front Brake Hose-To-Caliper Bolt | 32 (43) | ||||||||
| Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt (1)(2) | |||||||||
| Standard Differential | 25 (34) | ||||||||
| Locking Differential | |||||||||
| 7 5/8", 8 1/2" & 8 5/8" Ring Gear | 27 (37) | ||||||||
| 9 1/2" Ring Gear | 37 (50) | ||||||||
| Power Booster Nuts | 27 (37) | ||||||||
| Rear Wheel Bearing Lock Nut (11" Ring Gear) | 65 (88) | ||||||||
| Wheel Lug Nut | |||||||||
| Astro & Safari | 140 (190) | ||||||||
| Silhouette, Trans Sport & Venture | 100 (136) | ||||||||
| "C" & "K" Series | |||||||||
| With Single & Dual Rear Wheels (Except C3500HD) | 125 (170) | ||||||||
| With Dual Rear Wheels - 10-Stud (C3500HD) | 162 (220) | ||||||||
| Express, G-Van & Savana | |||||||||
| With Dual Rear Wheels | 175 (240) | ||||||||
| With Single Rear Wheels | 140 (190) | ||||||||
| "P" Series | |||||||||
| With Dual Rear Wheels | |||||||||
| 8 Lug | 140 (190) | ||||||||
| 10 Lug | |||||||||
| Step 1 | 140 (190) | ||||||||
| Step 2 | 175 (240) | ||||||||
| With Single Rear Wheels | 120 (160) | ||||||||
| "S" & "T" Series | 100 (136) | ||||||||
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (REAR DISC BRAKES - EXCEPT S & T SERIES)
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|
| Anchor Plate Mounting Bolt | 177 (240) |
| Brake Hose To Caliper Bolt | 33 (45) |
| Caliper Support Key Bolt | 15 (20) |
| INCH Lbs. (N.m) | |
| Bleeder Valve | 62 (7) |