Advice on getting the front differential bolt torqued to spec on jack stands

[Epsilon]

Thanks guys for the correct torque of 200nm or 147.5 ft lb.

This higher torque just makes it harder although an impact driver may be the way now. BTW, I was able to screw it in by hand a couple of turns before using any tools so I don't think I cross threaded.

On a similar thread, someone suggested Nord-lock. Do you apply the same torque with the Nord-lock?

On a side note, do you tighten the fronts diff bolts first or the rear? Does it matter?

[heinzboehmer]

On a similar thread, someone suggested Nord-lock. Do you apply the same torque with the Nord-lock?

Yes

On a side note, do you tighten the fronts diff bolts first or the rear? Does it matter?

Yes, here's the repair manual instructions:

[D-O]

Wish I had know about the Nord-lock when I did mine.

And, as Heinz points out, the upper diff bolts get torqued last. This is when I discovered I could not get my torque wrench and e-torx socket in between the body and the diff mount....

[mrgizmo04]

I lie on my back with my face under the front bolt and knees under the muffler, so you get the orientation. I put the torque wrench on my jeans/right quad and do a "bridge". Makes it pretty easy.

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[Epsilon]

Received the Nordlock. Photos for reference.

[E46m3zcp]

I also tried to use my floor jack to tighten the bolt, but due to the accumulated play in the sockets and ratcheting mechanism, it is difficult to get it to hold while I pump the jack.

What is your issue? I don't understand what you're saying. How can you use a floor jack to tighten a bolt?

[eacmen]

Received the Nordlock. Photos for reference.

that is much thicker than i would have imagined

[9kracing]

https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw-fOoCL7KP/

[mrgizmo04]

I got nordlocks 1534, thickness is same 3.4mm, but I didn't opt for extended outer diameter, you don't really benefit, since head of the bolt is not that large. Just remember to grind off the washer that comes on the stock bolt.

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[heinzboehmer]

that is much thicker than i would have imagined

They're a two part assembly that come attached together with what looks like hot glue. Once installed they get a bit slimmer, but they're probably still 2x as thick as a regular washer

[01SG]

I don't get why this washer is required unless something is wrong. It should go in more than a few turns by hand if it isn't stripped.

[bigjae46]

that is much thicker than i would have imagined

That's what she said

[mrgizmo04]

I don't get why this washer is required unless something is wrong. It should go in more than a few turns by hand if it isn't stripped.

It's not required if you regularly check torque on that bolt, it backs out, especially for those who romp on the gas pedal on and off. Alternative is you use red loctite, which is not recommended if you ever have to remove it.

It is semi required for those with subframe raising solid bushings, because checking torque on it becomes a several hour job to remove exhaust and crossmeber (although easier way is with camera/mirror and paint mark).

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[eacmen]

I don't get why this washer is required unless something is wrong. It should go in more than a few turns by hand if it isn't stripped.

This bolt is notorious for backing out even if installed correctly. Extra insurance can't hurt. I don't think anyone is claiming this washer is required.

[oceansize]

It is semi required for those with subframe raising solid bushings, because checking torque on it becomes a several hour job to remove exhaust and crossmeber (although easier way is with camera/mirror and paint mark).

I ran into this a couple of weeks ago, I went to check torque and realized I can't get to the bolt with the CMP subframe bushings. Next time I drop the exhaust the nord-lock is going on.