M186 Front Axle

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - M186 FRONT AXLE

DESCRIPTION	SPECIFICATION	COMMENT
Bearing Cap Bolts	108 N.m (80 Ft. Lbs.)	-
Differential Cover Bolts	Torque Procedure: Step 1 - Tighten to 16 N.m (12 Ft. Lbs.) Step 2 - Tighten to 41 N.m (30 Ft. Lbs.)	Tightening Sequence
Drain Plug	34 N.m (25 Ft. Lbs.)	-
Fill Plug	34 N.m (25 Ft. Lbs.)	-
Hub Bearing Bolts	100 N.m (74 Ft. Lbs.)	-
Pinion Nut	217 N.m (160 Ft. Lbs.)	Do not reuse these fasteners. If removed, a NEW fastener must be installed and tightened to specifications.
Ring Gear Bolts	108 N.m (80 Ft. Lbs.)	Do not reuse these fasteners. If removed, a NEW fastener must be installed and tightened to specification.
Front Axle Disconnect Skid Plate Bolts	42 N.m (31 Ft. Lbs.)	-
Front Axle Disconnect Bolts	18 N.m (13 Ft. Lbs.)	Do not reuse these fasteners. If removed, a NEW fastener must be installed and tightened to specifications.

Fig 1: Differential Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence

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Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC

Do not reuse these fasteners. If removed, a NEW fastener must be installed and tightened to specifications.