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Torque Specifications

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Adjuster Plug Lock Nut 50 (68)
Engine Frame-To-Body Bolts (1) 76 (103)
Inner Tie Rod-To-Rack 74 (100)
Pinion & Valve Assembly Lock Nut 26 (35)
Pressure Line Fitting (Hydraulic Union) 56 (76)
Pump Mounting Bolts 20 (27)
Rack & Pinion Mounting Bolt/Nuts (1) 50 (68)
Steering Shaft Lower Coupling Pinch Bolt 35 (47)
Tie Rod Adjusting Hex Lock Nut 52 (71)
Tie Rod End Castle Nut (2)
Wheel Lug Nuts 100 (136)
(1) Apply Loctite (GM 1052624) to bolt threads. Tighten bolts in sequence. See Figure .
(2) To align cotter pin holes, tighten nut a minimum of 35 ft. lbs. (47 N.m) and a maximum of 52 ft. lbs. (71 N.m). DO NOT back off nut to align cotter pin holes.