A/C Compressor Torque Specifications

1998 Pontiac Firebird V8-5.7L VIN GSECTION A/C Compressor Torque Specifications
A/C Compressor Mount Fasteners Torque Specifications
A/C Compressor Oil Drain Plug
16.5 Newton Meter (Nm)
A/C Compressor and Condenser Hose Bolt/Screw (To Com;ressor)
24 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
A/C Compressor and Condenser Hose Bolt/Screw (At Accumulator)
36 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
A/C Compressor and Condenser Hose Bolt/Screw (At Condenser)
20 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
A/C Compressor Crankshaft Nut
17 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
A/C Compressor Bolts/Screws
37 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
A/C Compressor Rear Bracket Bolts/Screws
24 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
A/C Compressor Rear Bracket Bolts/Screws (To Compressor)
18 Foot Pound-Force (ft.lb)
RENDER: 1.0x

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