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2005 MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS

4.3L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
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drivetrain

Differential Fluid Change - Front Torque Specs

for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4.3L V8 · RWD
Units

10 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Axle Nut
Critical
Use new nut, stake after
207 lb-ft · 281 Nm
Axle Nut
Critical
180 lb-ft · 244 Nm
Cover Screws
8 lb-ft · 11 Nm
CV Bolts
Critical
45 lb-ft · 61 Nm
CV Joint Bolts
Critical
52 lb-ft · 71 Nm
Differential Cover Bolts
Critical
Apply RTV sealant
29 lb-ft · 39 Nm
Driveshaft Bolts
Critical
63 lb-ft · 85 Nm
Mounting Bolts
20 lb-ft · 27 Nm
Wheel Lug Nuts
Critical
100 lb-ft · 136 Nm
Wheel Lug Nuts
Critical
115 lb-ft · 156 Nm
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