Structural Collar: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
The torque procedure for the structural collar must be followed, as damage to oil pan or collar could occur.
- Install the structural collar. See Figure using the following 3 step torque sequence:
- Step 1: Install the collar to oil pan bolts and tighten to 3 N.m (30 in. lbs.).
- Step 2: Install collar to transaxle bolts and tighten to 108 N.m (80 ft. lbs.).
- Step 3: Final torque the collar to oil pan bolts to 54 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
- Lower vehicle.