Tightening torques
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| Bolted connections | Specified torque | |
| Nuts, bolts/screws | M 6 | 10 Nm |
| M7 | 15 Nm | |
| M8 | 25 Nm | |
| M10 | 40 Nm | |
| M12 | 60 Nm | |
| Deviations from above | ||
| Engine to transmission connecting bolts: Refer to TRANSMISSION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING . Refer to TRANSMISSION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING | ||
| Torque converter to drive plate: Refer to TRANSMISSION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING | ||
| Install axle shaft: Refer to FRONT DRIVE SHAFTS, SERVICING | ||
NOTE:
Tightening torques for assembly mounting. Refer to Assembly mounting
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