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1997 MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS

6.0L V12RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Tailgate Cable Torque Specs

for 1997 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 6.0L V12 · RWD
Units

9 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Bracket Bolts
20 lb-ft · 27 Nm
Cover Screws
11 lb-ft · 15 Nm
Hinge Bolts
Critical
27 lb-ft · 37 Nm
Latch Bolts
14 lb-ft · 19 Nm
Mounting Bolts
27 lb-ft · 37 Nm
Panel Bolts
14 lb-ft · 19 Nm
Sensor Bolts
11 lb-ft · 15 Nm
Striker Bolts
Critical
34 lb-ft · 46 Nm
Trim Clips
Replace if broken
3 lb-ft · 4 Nm
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