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Torque Specifications

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Rack & Pinion Housing Mounting Bolts 48-55 (65-75)
External Pressure Lines (1) 10-15 (14-20)
Tie Rod-to-Steering Knuckle (2) 27-32 (37-43)
Flexible Coupling Bolt 20-30 (27-41)
Rack Bearing Plug Lock Nut 40-50 (54-68)
Rack Bearing Plug 5 (7)
Pinion Bearing Cap Lock Nut 20-35 (27-47)
Pinion Bearing Cap 35-45 (48-61)
Tie Rod Pivot Bushing 50-55 (68-75)
(1) Specification as per TSB 86-3-13.
(2) Tighten to specification and then to nearest cotter pin slot.