Hi, I need the torque wrench settings for the sump bolts on the automatic transmission. Changed the transmission fluid and the torque settings were wrong in the Haynes mannual, 8 Nm, which i'm sure is wrong. Consequently, the gasket blew when it heated up and dumped all the fluid over a garage forecourt!
My friend who is doing the work has a data disc which said the settings are 5 Nm, so some clarafication is appreciated!
Many thanks.
It would seem that @ 8Nnm you were under the torque to properly seat the gasket and it blew out. Going down @ 5Nm may worsen the issue.
My manual lists 11Nm for many of the smaller bolts in the auto trans. Unless you believe that you over tightened and that's why it blew out?
Remember to evenly cross torque/tighten the bolts to get even seating. Did you use any sealant on one side of the gasket, that may help (only apply a small thin continuous sealent bead...this will help stop gasket movement and blowout)
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