Torque Specifications

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Torque Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Axle Shaft Nut 159 (216)
Bearing Lock Bolt 24 (32)
Control Arm To Body Bolts 101 (137 )
Lock Nut Against The Outer Tie Rod 55 (74)
Outer Tie Rod Nut (1) 36 (49)
Wheel Lug Nuts
First Tightening Pass 39 (52)
Final Tightening Pass 76 (103)
Wheel Speed Sensor Retaining Bolt 36 (49)
INCHES (N.m) 
Engine Splash Shield Bolts 89 (10)
Wheel Nut Caps 27 (3)
(1) Align the cotter pin slot by tightening the outer tie rod nut up to 1/6 additional turn, or 70 N.m (52 lbs ft) maximum. Do not loosen the nut in order to insert the cotter pin.
RENDER: 1.0x

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