drivetrain

Differential Rebuild - Rear Torque Specs

for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 6.0L V12 BiTurbo M275 · RWD
Units

8 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Axle Nut
Critical
Use new cotter pin or stake nut
184 lb-ft · 250 Nm
Cover Bolts
Critical
RTV sealant
34 lb-ft · 46 Nm
CV Bolts
Critical
61 lb-ft · 82 Nm
Differential Cover Bolts
26 lb-ft · 35 Nm
Drain Plug
Critical
New washer
41 lb-ft · 55 Nm
Driveshaft U-Joint Straps
Critical
Tighten evenly
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Fill Plug
Critical
41 lb-ft · 55 Nm
Wheel Lug Nuts
Critical
Torque in star pattern
103 lb-ft · 140 Nm
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