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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 07:36 PM
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What do we torque our plugs at.

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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 07:47 PM
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Torque them to 15 Nm (11 ft/lb).
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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 09:24 PM
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Thanks, Wayne :cheers:
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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 09:37 PM
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You can use german torque specs "Goodandtight" :lol:
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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 10:19 PM
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You can use german torque specs "Goodandtight" :lol:
No, it is 1/4 turn before you strip the thread.
If it already stripped, just turn back 1/4 turn :lol:

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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 10:39 PM
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Yeah the service manual indicates 11ft#'s
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