Steering Coupler Torque Specifications

1990-2005 Mercury Sable 3.0L V6

Labor Time:1 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	35	26	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Rack Bolts	107	79	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	107	79	—
⚠️ Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	57	42	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	57	42	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	142	105	—

The primary torque specification for steering coupler on a 1990-2005 Mercury Sable is 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for steering coupler on the 1990-2005 Mercury Sable 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.