Fastener Tightening Specifications

Use a reliable torque wrench to tighten the parts listed to make sure the parts are properly tightened without straining or distorting parts. These specifications are for clean and lightly-lubricated threads only; dry or dirty threads produce increased friction which prevents measurement of tightness.

Differential:
Carrier Bearing Cap Bolt/Screw 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.)
Drive Pinion Gear Setting Gage Nut 2.3 Nm (20 inch lbs.)
Pinion Gear Shaft Lock Bolt/Screw 5 Nm (27 ft. lbs.)
Ring Gear Bolt/Screw 120 Nm (89 ft. lbs.)
Rear Axle Housing:
Cover Bolt/Screw 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.)
Drain Plug 35 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
Sensor Plug Mounting Bolt/Screw 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.)
Wheel:
Bolt 140 Nm (100 lb.ft.)
Speed Sensor Mounting Plug 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.)