What does torque spec mean?
When attaching a wheel to a vehicle, torque specifications are the amount of force recommended on the hardware to ensure proper installation. It can damage the wheel, strip the bolts and even cause the brake rotors to warp. Too much torque also can damage brake rotors.
Why is a torque spec important?
Applying exactly the right amount of torque is important to ensure proper clamping between the engine block and the tensioners or idler pulleys, for instance. And the consequences of applying too much or too little torque can be dire, as we’ll discuss below. …
What is the purpose of torque to yield bolts?
What is a torque-to-yield bolt? It is a one-time-use fastener that is designed to stretch during the torquing process (installation). Because of this stretching, the integrity of the bolt is compromised. These bolts cannot and should not be reused due to the stress caused to the bolt during its first installation.
What do you do if you over torque a bolt?
If you are still cynic about it, simply take a bolt and its nut, fix them in some garbage assembly, don’t use washer or gasket, and give your 100% in tightening that, to the limit from where you cannot go further even with your 100% power.
How to access AutoZone’s torque specifications repair guide?
Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for Grand Prix, Impala 2006-2008, Monte Carlo 2006-2007. Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guides.
Is there a torque specifications repair guide for Commander?
Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for Commander 2006-2007. Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for 300, 300C & Magnum 2006-2008, Charger 2006-2008. Find out how to access AutoZone’s Torque Specifications Repair Guide for Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, 1999-2005.
What should I do before applying final torque?
Only lower it down enough to prevent the wheel from rotating during final torÂque. Wheel chocks can be used if necessary to lock the wheel in place. Before applying final torque, set the torque wrench to the specifications provided by the wheel or vehicle manufacturer.
What are the torque specifications for a truck?
Torque specifications are typically for clean threads that are free of dirt, grit and foreign materials, including lubricants (heavy-duty trucks are an exception, 30 weight motor oil is specified for hub-pilot style lugs). Lubricants change the properties of a fastener and it will not torque the way it was designed.