Fastener Tightening Specifications: Notes

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Component

Fastener Size

Bolts and Nuts

4.5

M10

M12⁽¹⁾

⁽¹⁾	Tightening specification for a M12 collar bolt: 75 Nm

Fig 1: Engine Mount

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Support the engine in its installed position when installing and removing.

A ¹⁾ = 40 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

B ¹⁾ = 60 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

C ¹⁾ = 20 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

¹⁾ Always replace.

Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Assembly Mount & Bolts

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1 ¹ = 40 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

2 ¹ = 60 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

¹⁾ Always replace.

Fig 3: Pendulum Support

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A ¹ = 50 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

B ¹ = 50 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

C ¹ = 100 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn

¹⁾ Always replace.