1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid Steering Shaft - Upper Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Dodge Intrepid

Labor Time:1.5 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	39	29	—
Cover Screws	12	9	—
Mounting Bolts	31	23	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Rack Bolts	117	86	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	117	86	—
⚠️ 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	62	46	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	62	46	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	156	115	—

The primary torque specification for steering shaft - upper on a 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid is 39 Nm (29 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for steering shaft - upper on the 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.