How many bolts and nuts are in a Honda Civic?
Here’s a list of bolts and nuts and their torque specifications for quick reference: description type count battery terminals nut 2 valve cover bolt 5 upper timing belt cover bolt 2 lower timing belt cover bolt 6
Why is my wheel bearing hub axle nut torquing?
The torque specification for this center nut is critical to the performance and longevity of the hub. One of the leading causes of premature hub failure is improper torquing of the axle nut. Most drive axle hubs have a center nut that must be torqued down onto the axle shaft to a specific torque value.
Why do I have torque on my Honda Civic?
An easy way to do accidental damage is to over torque or under torque bolts and screws. Manufacturers design bolts and screws to “stretch” when they’re install. That way, the bolt and screw threads firmly attach to the matching threaded hole or nut.
What are torque specifications for Honda Civic brake caliper?
After over-tightening one of the bolts for the brake caliper, the bolt head came right off and I quickly learned how important it was to pay attention to torque specifications.
How can I get proper torque on my hub axle?
Watch Russ, an ASE certified tech, demonstrate the steps needed to achieve proper torque. Starting with the Ford Explorer on a car lift, Russ demonstrates the first part of the correct torquing procedure. After the SUV is lowered onto the ground he demonstrates how to correctly perform final torque on a vehicle. Loading…
When to use new bolts on Honda Civic?
Manufacturers design bolts and screws to “stretch” when they’re install. That way, the bolt and screw threads firmly attach to the matching threaded hole or nut. This lowers or outright eliminates the risk that the bolt or screw will work itself loose. For the same reason it’s always a good idea to use new bolts when working on the engine.
What do you need to know about Honda Civic torque?
Manufacturers require specific patterns when tightening bolts and screws in order for parts to be properly seated. The most common example is the criss-cross pattern required when tightening the wheels. Not following the prescribed pattern risks having a wheel with loose lug nuts.
What’s the correct torquing procedure for front wheel hubs?
Correct torquing procedure done on front wheel hub units using a Ford Explorer as an example. Watch Russ, an ASE certified tech, demonstrate the steps needed to achieve proper torque. Starting with the Ford Explorer on a car lift, Russ demonstrates the first part of the correct torquing procedure.