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Torque Specifications

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS; KNEE AIRBAG - DRIVER (REMOVE AND REPLACE)

Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the driver knee airbag to the instrument panel 8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • External Torx E10
  • 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter
Replace  
Bolts that attach the brace to the driver knee airbag cover 8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • External Torx E10
  • 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter
Replace  
Bolts that attach the driver knee airbag to the cover 8 N.m (5.9 ft-lbs) 
  • 2 in extension
  • Ratchet/torque wrench
  • External Torx E10
  • 1/4 in to 3/8 in adapter
Replace