Torque Specifications - Chassis

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Insert - Subframe - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Rear subframe insert that threads into the rear underbody casting.
300 Nm (221.2 lbs-ft)
  • 30mm socket
  • Long ½ in breaker bar
  • Flex head ½ in ratchet
 Reuse
Table 2. Torque Specifications: Shear Plate - Rear Subframe - Front - LH (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Small bolts that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery (non-Structural Pack)
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Reuse
Small bolts that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery (Structural Pack)
62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Large bolt that attaches the LH shear plate and rear subframe to the body
130 Nm (95.9 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
  • 6 in extension
Replace
Table 3. Torque Specifications: GUID-92631F3C-66CB-4A35-BAD8-85CBE6C2925A.html
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolt that mounts front drive unit to front subframe
80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts that attaches horn assembly to front subframe
12 Nm (8.8 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts that secure front subframe crash can assembly to front subframe
53 Nm (39.1 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Reuse
Nyloc nuts that attach the front stabar to front subframe
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Replace

Mark the fastener with a paint pen after torquing.

Recommended assistance.

Bolts that attach the inner part of the steering gear assembly to the front subframe
75 Nm (55.3 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts that attach the outer part of the steering gear assembly to the front subframe
47 Nm (34.7 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts that attach the motor mount to the motor mount bracket
105 Nm (77.4 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
Reuse May need to adjust subram jig to align mount with bolt hole.
Bolts that attach rear portion of front subframe to body (larger bolt)
125 Nm (92.2 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
Replace
Bolts that attach rear portion of front subframe to body (smaller bolt)
50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Replace
Bolts that attach front portion of front subframe to body
72 Nm (53.1 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
Replace Adjust subframe lifting tool if necessary.
Bolts that attach mid mount to body
50 Nm (36.9 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Replace
Bolts that attach front end carrier to front subframe crash can assembly
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
Nut/washer assemblies that secure the front halfshaft into the front hub assembly
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
32 mm deep impact socket Replace
Bolts and nuts that attach strut to lower control arm
106 Nm (78.2 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
Reuse
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
Table 4. Torque Specifications: Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Install)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts that attach the LH rear brake caliper bracket to the knuckle
83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
Replace
Bolts that attach the LH rear damper at the top mount
41 Nm (30.2 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Reuse
Nut that attaches the rear drive unit ground strap to the body
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm 12-point deep socket
Reuse
Nuts that attach the HV battery to rear drive unit harness bracket to the HV battery
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
  • 4 in extension
Reuse
Small bolts that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery (non-Structural Pack vehcles)
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Reuse
Small bolts that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery (Structural Pack vehicles)
62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Large bolt that attaches the LH shear plate and rear subframe to the body
130 Nm (95.9 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
  • 6 in extension
Replace
Bolts that attach the rear subframe to the body
165 Nm (121.7 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
  • 6 in extension
Replace
Table 5. Torque Specifications: Subframe Assembly - Rear (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Rear halfshaft nuts
245 Nm (180.7 lbs-ft)
  • 32 mm deep impact socket
 Replace 1115558-00-A
Bolts (x4) that attach the LH/RH rear brake caliper brackets to the knuckles
83 Nm (61.2 lbs-ft)
  • External Torx E18
Replace 1088969-00-B
Bolt that attaches the rear LH/RH ABS wheel speed sensor to the knuckle
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts that attach the LH/RH rear damper at the top mount
41 Nm (30.2 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Reuse

Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear damper assembly to the LH rear lower aft link

Bolt and nut that attaches the LH rear lower aft link to the knuckle

Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear lower aft link to the subframe
115 Nm (84.8 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
Reuse
Bolts that attach the LH/RH rear rotor to the LH/RH rear hub
5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse
Nut that attaches the end link to the stabilizer bar
55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm socket
Replace 1111542-00-A

Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear lower fore link to the knuckle

Bolt and nut that attach the LH/RH rear lower fore link to the subframe
76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
Reuse

Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear upper aft link to the knuckle

Bolt and nut that attaches the LH/RH rear upper aft link to the subframe
134 Nm (98.8 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
Reuse
Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
Note
The bolt and nut will be tightened to specification during the Four Wheel Alignment (Check and Adjust) at the end of the Front Subframe Assembly (Remove and Install) procedure.

Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear upper fore link to the knuckle

Bolt and nut that attaches the LH rear upper fore link to the subframe
84 Nm (61.9 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
Reuse
Bolt and nut that attach the LH rear toe link to the knuckle
76 Nm (56.0 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
Reuse
Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
Note
The bolt and nut will be tightened to specification during the Four Wheel Alignment (Check and Adjust) at the end of the Front Subframe Assembly (Remove and Install) procedure.
Nut that attaches the rear drive unit ground strap to the body
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm 12-point deep socket
Reuse
Nut that attaches the HV battery to rear drive unit harness bracket to the HV battery
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse
Smaller bolts that attach the LH and RH shear plates to the vehicle (non-Structural Pack vehicles)
35 Nm (25.8 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
  • 3 in extension
Reuse
Smaller bolts that attach the LH shear plate to the HV battery (Structural Pack vehicles)
62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
Reuse
Larger bolts that attach the LH and RH shear plates to the vehicle
130 Nm (95.9 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
Replace 1461657-00-A
Bolts that attach the LH and RH of the rear subframe to the body
165 Nm (121.7 lbs-ft)
  • 21 mm socket
Replace 1461657-00-A
Bolt that attaches the rear drive unit HV harness bracket to the rear drive unit
6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse

Bolt that attaches the LH/RH mount of the rear drive unit to the rear subframe

Bolt that attaches the rear of the rear drive unit to the rear subframe
80 Nm (59.0 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm socket
Reuse
Bolt and nut that attaches the LH/RH rear toe link to the subframe
85 Nm (62.7 lbs-ft)
  • 18 mm 12-point deep socket
Reuse