General Tightening Torque

Tightening Torque

General tightening torques

NOTE: Bolts coated with a locking fluid or self-locking nuts must be replaced with new when reinstalled.

See the table to find the tightening torques for components not included in the summary. Nuts and bolts which are not self-locking can be reused provided that they are in good condition.

Applies to bolted joints with tensile strength class 8.8.

Thread Tightening torque (Nm)
M5 5
M6 10
M7 17
M8 24
M10 50
M12 80
M14 130