Fastener Tightening Specifications

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada RWDSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application Specification
Metric English
Adjuster Plug Lock Nut 68 N.m 50 lb ft
Cylinder End Fitting 27 N.m 20 lb ft
Inner Tie Rod 100 N.m 74 lb ft
Intermediate Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt 47 N.m 35 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Retaining Bolts 10 N.m 89 lb in
Power Steering Gear Mounting Bolts 95 N.m 70 lb ft
Power Steering Hose Fittings 30 N.m 22 lb ft
Power Steering Pressure Hose Bolt 3.5L 9 N.m 80 lb in
Power Steering Pressure Hose Retaining Nut 4.0L 8 N.m 71 lb in
Power Steering Pump Housing Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts 25 N.m 18 lb ft
Power Steering Return Hose Bolt 17 N.m 13 lb ft
Tie Rod to Steering Knuckle
First Pass 30 N.m 22 lb in
Second Pass + 180 Degrees
Valve Bore Plug 55 N.m 41 lb in
RENDER: 1.0x

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