2004 Pontiac Montana rack and pinion torque specification
I am replacing my rack and pinion on my 2004 Pontiac Montana. I would like to know if anyone will have the 12 specifications on the rack and pinion. From the ball joints to the rack and pinion mount only other torque specification. Regarding the rack and pinion. thank you all I appreciate it.
tener Specifications
Fastener SpecificationsApplication
Specification
Metric
English
Cooler Pipe Retainer Bolt/Screw
89 lb in
Inner Tie Rod
74 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Adjuster Plug Lock Nut
20 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Cylinder Line Fittings
50 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Bolts
62 lb in
Power Steering Gear Nuts – at Frame ¹
44 lb ft + 60°
Power Steering Gear Valve End Fitting
13 lb ft
Power Steering Hose/Pipe Fittings
20 lb ft
Power Steering Pump Bolts
22 lb ft
Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve
55 lb ft
Rear Frame to Body Bolts
122 lb ft
Tie Rod Ball Stud Nut ¹ ²
¹ This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
² Ensure that 2.5–4.5 tie rod end threads are visible beyond the tie rod ball stud nut nylon.
Fastener SpecificationsApplication
Specification
Metric
English
Cooler Pipe Retainer Bolt/Screw
89 lb in
Inner Tie Rod
74 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Adjuster Plug Lock Nut
20 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Cylinder Line Fittings
50 lb ft
Power Steering Gear Heat Shield Bolts
62 lb in
Power Steering Gear Nuts – at Frame ¹
44 lb ft + 60°
Power Steering Gear Valve End Fitting
13 lb ft
Power Steering Hose/Pipe Fittings
20 lb ft
Power Steering Pump Bolts
22 lb ft
Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve
55 lb ft
Rear Frame to Body Bolts
122 lb ft
Tie Rod Ball Stud Nut ¹ ²
- First Pass
- Final Pass
¹ This is a prevailing torque type fastener. This fastener may be reused ONLY if:
- The fastener and its counterpart are clean and free from rust
- The fastener develops a specified amount of torque/drag against its counterpart prior to the fastener seating.Refer to the appropriate service procedure for the prevailing torque value.
² Ensure that 2.5–4.5 tie rod end threads are visible beyond the tie rod ball stud nut nylon.
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