Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Differential Carrier Cover Bolts | 19 N.m | 14 lb ft |
| Drive Pinion Nut | 245 N.m | 181 lb ft |
| Inspection Plug | 98 N.m | 72 lb ft |
| Propeller Shaft-to-Transmission Coupling Bolts | 74 N.m | 54 lb ft |
| Rear Axle Housing Drain Plug | 39 N.m | 29 lb ft |
| Rear Axle Housing Oil Level/Filler Plug | 39 N.m | 29 lb ft |
| Rear Axle Side Bearing Retainer Bolts | 42 N.m | 31 lb ft |
| Ring Gear Bolts | 90 N.m | 65 lb ft |