Fastener Specifications

2025 Chevrolet Equinox ACTIV, 4WDSECTION Fastener Specifications
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Electric Belt Drive Rack and Pinion Steering Gear

Callout Component Name [Component Quantity] Single Use Fastener/Component Thread Locking Adhesive Required Specification Procedure
Metric (English)
1 Steering Gear Boot Inner Clamp [2x] Yes - - Steering Gear Boot Replacement 
2 Steering Gear Bolt [2x] - - 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
Second Pass: 45-60 degrees
Electric Dual Pinion Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Replacement , or Electric Dual Pinion Rack and Pinion Steering Gear Replacement 
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Steering Linkage

Callout Component Name [Component Quantity] Single Use Fastener/Component Thread Locking Adhesive Required Specification Procedure
Metric (English)
1 Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod - - 105 N.m (77 lb ft) Steering Linkage Inner Tie Rod Replacement 
2 Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Nut - - First Pass: 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
Second Pass: 80-90 degrees
Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement 
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Steering Linkage

Callout Component Name [Component Quantity] Single Use Fastener/Component Thread Locking Adhesive Required Specification Procedure
Metric (English)
1 Power Steering Assist Motor Bolt [2x] Yes - 21 N.m (15 lb ft) Power Steering Assist Motor Replacement
RENDER: 1.0x

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