Tightening Torques

General tightening torque

Note! Screws coated with a locking fluid or self locking nuts must be replaced with new when reinstalled.

See the table below to find the tightening torques for components not included in the summary. Nuts and screws which are not self locking can be reused provided that they are in good condition.

Thread Tightening torque (Nm)

M5 5
M6 10
M7 17
M8 24
M10 50
M12 80
M14 130

Summary of tightening torques for specific components

Note! Screws coated with locking fluid or sealant must be replaced with new when reinstalled.

Always use new screws and nuts when angle tightening. Any exceptions to this rule will be indicated in the method.

Battery connector 2.5 Nm
Generator (GEN) B+ terminal 15 Nm
Generator (GEN), fixed pulley 65 Nm
Generator (GEN), freewheel pulley 80 Nm
Starter motor 40 Nm
Starter motor B+ terminal 15 Nm
Wiper arm windshield 20 Nm
Wiper arm rear windshield 14 Nm
Tail lamp upper screw 6 Nm
Tail lamp lower screw 8 Nm
Screw, vehicle speed sensor (VSS) 10 Nm
Screw, left-hand level sensor 60 Nm