Mazda RX-8 Manual page 1298

Bolt, nut number Tightening torque (N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf})
1, 2
3
8. Tighten the nuts on the transmission side in the order shown in the figure.
Tightening torque
126.0154.0 N·m
o
{12.915.7 kgf·m, 93.0113.5 ft·lbf}
9. Verify again that dimension A is within the specification.
If not within the specification, adjust dimension A again.
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Torque Converter Installation Nuts Installation Note
1. Align the holes by turning the torque converter.
2. Lock the drive plate using a flathead screwdriver.
CAUTION:
Loosely and equally tighten the torque converter nuts, then further tighten them to the specified
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tightening torque.
3. Tighten the torque converter installation nuts.
126.0    154.0
{12.9    15.7, 93.0    113.5}
74.5    93.2
{12.9    15.7, 55.0    68.7}
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