Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Axle Nut

Wheel Drive Shaft Nut
Preferred Method
First Pass 150 Nm 110 lb ft
Loosen -180 Degrees
Final Pass 425 Nm 313 lb ft

Alternate Method
First Pass 150 Nm 110 lb ft
Loosen -180 Degrees
Second Pass 50 Nm 37 lb ft
Final Pass 45 Degrees

NOTE: There are 2 alternate methods of achieving the required Rear Hub Retaining Nut torque.