2004-2012 GMC Canyon Rack and Pinion Boots Torque Specs

2.8L I4

Applies to 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 GMC Canyon

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (22 specifications)

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

The primary torque specification for rack and pinion boots on a 2004-2012 GMC Canyon is 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).

There are 22 torque specifications for rack and pinion boots on the 2004-2012 GMC Canyon 2.8L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.