System Specifications

1998 Mercury Sable V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION System Specifications
Rear Outboard Nuts 19-26 N.m (14-19 Lb-Ft)
Rear Inboard Nut 68-92 N.m (51-67 Lb-Ft)
Strap and Buckle Assy Nut 30-40 N.m (23-29 Lb-Ft)
Rear Seat Pivot Frame Nuts 23-32 N.m (17-23 Lb-Ft)
Seat Back Bolts 29-39 N.m (22-28 Lb-Ft)
Rear Seat Back-to-Floorpan Bolts 39-51 N.m (29-37 Lb-Ft)
Auxiliary Seat-to-Floorpan Screws 17-22 N.m (13-16 Lb-Ft)
Auxiliary Seat-to-Floor Pan Nuts 68-92 N.m (51-67 Lb-Ft)
Rear Seat Back Center Armrest Link and Vertical Strainer to Rear Seat Back Pad and Frame Nuts 4-6 N.m (36-53 Lb-In)
Front Seat Center Armrest/Console Mounting Bolts 19-26 N.m (14-19 Lb-Ft)
Center Seat Safety Belt Mounting Nuts 78-92 N.m (58-67 Lb-Ft)
Outboard Retaining Screws 30-43 N.m (23-31 Lb-Ft)
Child Seat Pivot Pin 9-15 N.m (7-11 Lb-Ft)
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