TORQUE Specs

Just a Hunter

Bought an X
Location
Georgia
Ive referenced this information so many times that I've printed it out and placed it into a folder.

When in doubt, please confirm the proper torque is chosen for your application by referencing an Xterra service manual.

Front Suspension:
Swaybar Mounting Brackets: 96 ft-lbs
Swaybar Connecting Rod (Both Ends): 62 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
LCA Bump Stop: 14 ft-lbs
LCA Cam Bolt: 100 ft-lbs
LCA Ball Joint Nut: 70 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
UCA Mount Bolt: 94 ft-lbs
UCA Ball Joint Nut: 58 ft-lbs (Replace Cotter Pin After Removal)
Lower Shock Mount: 155 ft-lbs [
Upper Shock Mount Nuts: 22 ft-lbs (there are 3 nuts)
Shock Upper Spring Seat Nut: 30 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Wheel Hub Mounting Bolts: 44 ft-lbs (there are 4 bolts) (Replace After Removal)
Center Hub Nut: 101 ft-lbs (Replace Cotter Pin After Removal)


Rear Suspension:
Bump Stop: 14 ft-lbs
Swaybar Mount: 36 ft-lbs
Swaybar Connecting Rod Nuts: 32 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Upper Shock Mount Nut: 33 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Lower Shock Mount: 148 ft-lbs
Spring Shackle: 77 ft-lbs (Both upper and lower)
Front Leaf Spring Mount Bolt: 84 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Axle U-Bolt Nuts: 53 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Dynamic Dampener (weight): 14 ft-lbs


Front Diff (R180):
Diff Mounting Bolts: 135 ft-lbs
Crossmember Bolts: 96 ft-lbs
Pinion Nut: 138-216 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Ring Gear Bolts: 43 ft-lbs
Carrier Bearing Journal: 69 ft-lbs
Diff Cover Bolts: 30 ft-lbs


Rear Diff (C200):
Pinion Nut: 107-238 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Ring Gear Bolts: 58 ft-lbs
Carrier Bearing Journal: 69 ft-lbs
Axle Bearing/Hub Nuts: 49 ft-lbs ( 4 nuts)
Diff Cover Bolts: 36 ft-lbs


Rear Diff (M225 w/o Locker):
Pinion Nut: 220-500 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Ring Gear Bolts: 133 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Carrier Bearing Journal: 80 ft-lbs
Axle Bearing/Hub Nuts: 89 ft-lbs ( 4 nuts)
Diff Breather: 31 in-lbs
Diff Cover Bolts: 31 ft-lbs


Rear Diff (M225 w/ Locker):
Pinion Nut: 220-500 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Ring Gear Bolts: 135 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)
Carrier Bearing Journal: 80 ft-lbs
Axle Bearing/Hub Nuts: 87 ft-lbs (there are 4 nuts)
Diff Breather: 31 in-lbs
Locker Wire Harness: 89 in-lbs
Diff Cover Bolts: 31 ft-lbs


Front Driveshaft:
Flange Nut: 44 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)


Rear Driveshaft (Model 2S1330):
Flange Nut: 71 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)


Rear Driveshaft (Model 2S1330-BJ100):
Flange Nut: 41 ft-lbs (Replace After Removal)


Front Brakes:
Slide Pin Bolt: 32 ft-lbs
Torque Member Bolt: 136 ft-lbs
Union Bolt: 24 ft-lbs
Bleed Valve: 69 in-lbs


Rear Brakes:
Slide Pin Bolt: 19 ft-lbs
Torque Member Bolt: 76 ft-lbs
Brake Line: 19 ft-lbs
Bleed Valve: 69 in-lbs


Maintenance:
Engine Oil Drain Plug: 25 ft-lbs (Replace Crush Washer)

Transfer Case Fill Plug: 26 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket)
Transfer Case Drain Plug: 26 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket)

Front Differential Fill Plug: 25 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket)
Front Differential Drain Plug: 25 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket)

Rear Differential Fill Plug (C200): 36 ft-lbs (Apply Silicon RTV or Equal)
Rear Differential Drain Plug (C200): 36 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket)

Rear Differential Fill Plug (M226) (with or without Locker): 25 ft-lbs (Apply Silicon RTV or Equal)
Rear Differential Drain Plug (M226) (with or without Locker): 20 ft-lbs (Apply Silicon RTV or Equal)

Manual Transmission Fill Plug: 25 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket)
Manual Transmission Drain Plug: 25 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket)

Automatic Transmission Drain Plug: 25 ft-lbs (Replace Gasket) (both 2wd and 4wd models)

Engine:
Intake Manifold: Bolts: First Pass: 5 ft-lb Second Pass: 21 ft-lb
Intake Manifold: Studs: 8 ft-lb (If removed from Engine Block)
Intake Manifold: Bolt Pattern: Engine Front: 5, 3, 2, 7
Intake Manifold: Bolt Pattern: Engine Front: 8, 1, 4, 6

Misc:
Wheel Lug Nuts: 98 ft-lbs
 
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