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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1067 (STEERING LINKAGE (NON-RACK & PINION))SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Idler Arm to Frame Bolt or Nut | 99 N.m | 73 lb ft |
| Idler Arm to Relay Rod Nut | 62 N.m | 46 lb ft |
| Inner Tie Rod End to Rack and Pinion | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Pitman Arm to Relay Rod Nut | 62 N.m | 46 lb ft |
| Pitman Arm to Steering Gear Nut | 250 N.m | 184 lb ft |
| Steering Dampener to Frame Bracket Nut | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Steering Dampener to Relay Rod Nut | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Steering Linkage Special Tool | 54N.m | 40 lb ft |
| Tie Rod to Steering Knuckle Nut (15 series) | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Tie Rod to Steering Knuckle Nut (25/35 series) | 65 N.m | 48 lb ft |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.