Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Suzuki Swift + and 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Adjuster Plug Locknut | 70 N.m | 52 lb ft |
| Ball Joint Hex Nut | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Crossmember-to-Underbody Bolts | 150 N.m | 111 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod Hex Nuts | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Outer Tie Rod Lock Nuts | 54 N.m | 40 lb ft |
| Pinion Preload | 0.9-1.7 N.m | 8-15 lb in |
| Stabilizer Shaft-to-Knuckle Bolts | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Steering Gear Retaining Bracket Nuts | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |