Need Banjo bolt torque please

2003 SATURN VUE
104,000 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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JOHNNY6475
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I changed my caliper, but i do not know the torque spec for my banjo bolt.
Sep 30, 2016 at 9:28 PM
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CARADIODOC
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We go by common sense, but that is after plenty of experience. I applaud you for wanting to follow torque specs. The spec is 32 foot pounds, but that seems awfully high for such a small bolt. What you might consider is tightening the bolt with one hand on a 3/8" ratchet, then tapping the bolt head a couple of times to help the ridges to bite into the copper washers, then tighten the bolt a little more. Tapping the bolt head gets the sealing job done without putting so much stress on the bolt.
Sep 30, 2016 at 9:48 PM
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JOHNNY6475
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Thank you very much CARADIODOC.
Sep 30, 2016 at 10:26 PM
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Please use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help and tell a friend.

CARADIODOC is one of our best mechanics.

Best, Ken
Oct 4, 2016 at 10:42 AM
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CARADIODOC
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You jolly joker! I have a lot of people fooled.
Oct 4, 2016 at 11:13 PM