Automotive Torque Specifications

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Jeep CJs 1949-86

Brakes

General
Component Torque
brake Booster-to-Firewall nuts 18-25 ft. lbs.
brake pedal pushrod nut 25-40 ft. lbs.
master cylinder-to-Brake booster nuts 20-30 ft. lbs.
Front  Brakes
Component Torque
backing plate bolts 35-55 ft. lbs.
bleeder screw 4-5 ft. lbs.
brake line-to-Caliper fitting 20-30 ft. lbs.
brake line-to-Wheel cylinder fitting 10-15 ft. lbs.
brake support plate mounting nuts and bolts 30-35 ft. lbs.
caliper anchor bracket-to-Steering knuckle 100 ft. lbs.
caliper support key retaining screw 15-18 ft. lbs.
rear brakes
component torque
backing plate bolts/Nuts 35-55 ft. lbs.
bleeder screw 4-5 ft. lbs.
brake line-to-Wheel cylinder fitting 10-15 ft. lbs.

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