System Specifications

2002 Infiniti Q45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE)SECTION System Specifications
COOLING SYSTEM / TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Cylinder block drain plug 14.7 - 24.5 Nm
Radiator mounting bracket 3.8 - 4.5 Nm
Radiator drain plug 0.78 - 1.6 Nm
Radiator coolant temperature sensor 4.9 - 9.8 Nm
Cooling fan shroud 3.8 - 4.5 Nm
Fan 7.8 - 11.8 Nm
Fan motor 3.9 - 4.9 Nm
Cooling fan fluid cooler 3.0 - 3.9 Nm
Water pump pulley 7.2 - 9.2 Nm
Water pump 24.5 - 31.4 Nm
Water inlet 16.7 - 22.6 Nm
Thermostat housing 16.7 - 22.6 Nm
Rear water outlet 16.7 - 22.6 Nm
Water connector (Water control valve cover) 16.7 - 22.6 Nm
Water suction pipe 16.7 - 22.6 Nm
RENDER: 1.0x

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