Fastener Tightening Specifications

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Mount & Bolts

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

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

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

Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Assembly Mount & Bolts

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

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

Fig 3: Identifying Pendulum Supports & Bolts

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A = Strength category 8.8 = 40 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn ¹

A = Strength category 10.9 = 50 Nm + an additional 90° (1/4) turn ^{1, 2}

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

• ¹ Always replace
• ² On a manual transmission, only use bolts with a strength category of 10.9 if threaded inserts (for example, HeliCoil) are installed. Identifying feature: Section on first threads -arrow-.
  Fig 4: Identifying First Thread

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