Rear Drive Axle/Differential

Torque Specifications

Oil Drain Plug 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.)
Oil Filler Plug 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.)
Oil Temperature Sensor 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.)
Differential Locking Motor++ 10 Nm (7 ft. lbs.)
Differential Front Mounting Bolt 275 Nm (203 ft. lbs.)
Differential Rear Mounting Bolts 175 Nm (129 ft. lbs.)
Driveshaft To Rear Axle Drive Flange Torx Bolts* 150 Nm (110 ft. lbs.)
Lower Arm To Wheel Knuckle 275 Nm (203 ft. lbs.)
Toe Link Bolt 175 Nm (129 ft. lbs.)
Stabilizer Bar Link Nuts 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.)
Halfshaft Retaining Nut**+ 350 Nm (258 ft. lbs.)
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Nuts 3 Nm (2 ft. lbs.)
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Bolts 5 Nm (4 ft. lbs.)
Road Wheel Nuts 140 Nm (103 ft. lbs.)

* New ''Patchlok' Torx Bolts Must Be Installed
** New Nut Must Be Installed
+ Stake Nut On Completion Of Tightening Operation
++ Apply Sealant, Part No. STC 50550 To Flange Of Locking Motor