Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Component | Fastener Size | Tightening Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Hood latch release lever bolt | - | 1.5 Nm |
| Hood hinge bolt | - | 20 Nm |
| Hood latch bolt | - | 12 Nm |
| Hood catch bolt | - | 10 Nm |
| Rear Lid, Sedan | ||
| Rear lid hinge bolt | - | 10 Nm |
| Rear lid hinge nut | - | 24 Nm |
| Rear lid gas strut ball stud | - | 20 Nm + 45° turn |
| Rear lid lock bolt | - | 23 Nm |
| Rear lid actuator bolt | - | 6 Nm |
| Rear lid latch bolt | - | 18 Nm |
| Fuel filler door unit bolt | - | 1.5 Nm |
| Rear Lid, Convertible | ||
| Rear lid hinge bolt | - | 24 Nm |
| Rear lid hinge nut | - | 24 Nm |
| Rear lid hinge centering pin nut | - | 4 Nm |
| Rear lid lock bolt | - | 23 Nm |
| Rear lid actuator bolt | - | 6 Nm |
| Rear lid latch bolt | - | 18 Nm |
| Fuel filler door unit bolt | - | 1.5 Nm |