Fastener Tightening Specifications

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Differential Carrier Cover Bolts 19 N.m 14 lb ft
Drive Pinion Nut 245 N.m 181 lb ft
Inspection Plug 98 N.m 72 lb ft
Propeller Shaft-to-Transmission Coupling Bolts 74 N.m 54 lb ft
Rear Axle Housing Drain Plug 39 N.m 29 lb ft
Rear Axle Housing Oil Level/Filler Plug 39 N.m 29 lb ft
Rear Axle Side Bearing Retainer Bolts 42 N.m 31 lb ft
Ring Gear Bolts 90 N.m 65 lb ft
RENDER: 1.0x

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