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Old 01-20-2007, 07:28 PM
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Default Fuel line torques? Torque with crowsfoot wrench?

Where should one look for torque values for the fuel line fittings under the hood?

Also, I have a crowsfoot flare nut wrench in the proper size to tighten the fittings. My recollection is that, when using an extension (like a crowsfoot wrench) on a torque wrench, the torque will read correctly when the extension is at a 90º angle to the wrench. Is that correct?
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I don't know the exact numbers but when I did it (many times), jsut made sure they are nice and tight. I just used regular combination whrenches. When it's all done pressurize the system and look for any leaks.
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Torque wrench is unnecessary. Tighten it, then check for leaks.

Use two flare wrenches where possible. One is for counter holding the fitting and keeping the tubing from twisting during the tightening.

Combination wrenches tend to damage the fittings.
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The only specs I can find in the WSM for torque settings is on page 25-1 for earlier injection models. Most of them are there, like the fuel dampers and supply lines. And yes, crowfoot is the only way I know without other specialized sockets. You do know that you position the crowfoot on the wrench so the opening is at 90 degrees from the wrench bar, and keep it in that position throughout measurement?
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Originally Posted by JP Rodkey
The only specs I can find in the WSM for torque settings is on page 25-1 for earlier injection models. Most of them are there, like the fuel dampers and supply lines.
Thank you.

And yes, crowfoot is the only way I know without other specialized sockets. You do know that you position the crowfoot on the wrench so the opening is at 90 degrees from the wrench bar, and keep it in that position throughout measurement?
Thank you. That's what I was trying to ask in my second question.



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