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Front Drive Axle/Differential


Torque Specifications

Oil Drain Plug 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.)
Oil Filler Plug 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)

Differential Case Mounting Bolts:
Front Differential - Front Mounting Bolt 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.)

Front Differential - Rear Mounting Bracket To Front Differential Casing:
Stage 1 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.)
Stage 2 Further 60°
Front Axle Crossmember Bolts 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.)

Driveshaft To Front Axle Drive Flange Torx Bolts*:
Stage 1 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.)
Stage 2 Further 90°
Road Wheel Nuts 140 Nm (103 ft. lbs.)

* New 'Patchlok' Torx Bolts Must Be Installed