Where is the clock spring nut torque located?

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YMCDANIEL
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Can you tell me what the steering wheel nut's torque should be on my car? I am replacing the clock spring and I don't want to over tighten the nut? Thanks, Yvonne
Feb 14, 2022 at 3:52 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Happy to know you understand the importance of properly torquing fasteners.

30 Nm, then an additional quarter turn. That's because if you go by common sense, the nut will never appear to become tight. This is a one-time-use nut that is supposed to be replaced each time it is removed because the threads stretch a predetermined amount when you turn it that extra 90 degrees.
Feb 14, 2022 at 4:17 AM
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YMCDANIEL
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Thank you!
Feb 14, 2022 at 11:15 AM
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