Tightening torques
| Location | Explanation | Type | Basic value | Tolerance 1 | Tolerance 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering gear to suspension subframe | M12 x 1.5 thread (replace screws and fastening nuts after removal) | Tightening torque | 90 (67 ftlb.) Nm | +90° | |
| Tie rod to pivot bearing | M14 x 1.5 thread (replace screws and fastening nuts after removal) | Tightening torque | 90 (67 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Axial joint to steering rack | M18 x 1.5 thread | Tightening torque | 100 (74 ftlb.) Nm | +10° | |
| Tie rods to tie-rod ball (lock nut) | M14 x 1.5 thread | Tightening torque | 70 (52 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Heat shield for steering gear | M6 x 16 thread | Tightening torque | 10 (7.5 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Steering column to mounting bracket | M8 x 28 thread | Tightening torque | 23 (17 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Steering column to mounting bracket | M8 x 10 x 45 thread | Tightening torque | 23 (17 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Multiple-tooth fit bolt, M8 x 10 x 45 | Tightening torque | 20 (15 ftlb.) Nm | |||
| Universal joint to steering gear | M10 x 35 thread (replace screws and fastening nuts after removal) | Tightening torque | 35 (26 ftlb.) Nm | +90° | |
| Steering wheel to steering column | M18 x 1.5 x 26 thread | Tightening torque | 50 (37 ftlb.) Nm | +/-6 (4.5 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Pressure line to steering gear | A/f 17 thread (a/f = wrench size 17) | Tightening torque | 30 (22 ftlb.) Nm | +/-3 (2 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Return line to steering gear | A/f 17 thread (a/f = wrench size 17) | Tightening torque | 30 (22 ftlb.) Nm | +/-3 (2 ftlb.) Nm | |
| Expansion/return hose to steering gear | M6 x 12 thread | Tightening torque | 10 (7.5 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Sealing sleeve to assembly plate (bulkhead) | M6 thread | Tightening torque | 4 (3 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Handle for attachment to steering column | M5 x 8 thread | Tightening torque | 4.5 (3.5 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Hydraulic pump to engine | M8 x 35 thread | Tightening torque | 23 (17 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Pulley to hydraulic pump | M8 x 16 thread | Tightening torque | 23 (17 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Intake pipe to hydraulic pump | M6 x 12 thread | Tightening torque | 10 (7.5 ftlb.) Nm | ||
| Expansion hose to hydraulic pump | A/f 16 thread | Tightening torque | 30 (22 ftlb.) Nm | +/-3 (2 ftlb.) Nm |