Fastener Tightening Specifications

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Intermediate Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt 34 N.m 25 lb ft
Outer Tie Rod Jam Nut 60 N.m 44 lb ft
Outer Tie Rod Retention Nut 25 N.m+90° rotation 18 lb ft+90° rotation
Steering Gear to Cradle Mounting Bolt 110 N.m 81 lb ft
RENDER: 1.0x

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