16 11 Fuel Tank and Retaining Elements
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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION - FUEL TANK AND RETAINING ELEMENTS
| Type | Thread | Tightening specifications | Dimension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Nut/fuel filler pipe to body | R55/R56/R57/R58/R59/R60/R61 | M6 | 6 Nm | |
| 2AZ Service cap to body | R55/R56/R57/R58/R59/R60/R61 | 6 Nm | ||
| 3AZ Tank to rear axle support and body | R55/R56/R57/R58/R59/R60/R61 | M8 | 19 Nm | |
| 4AZ Hose clamp/fuel filling hose | R55/R56/R57/R58/R59/R60/R61 | 3 Nm | ||
| 5AZ Clamping band to body | R55/R56/R57/R58/R59/R60/R61 | M8 | 19 Nm |