TM 5-3805-264-14&P
APPENDIX H
TORQUE LIMITS
H-1.
SCOPE.
This appendix lists standard torque values, as shown in Table H-1, and provides general information for
applying torque. Special torque values and tightening sequences are indicated in the maintenance procedures for
applicable components.
H-2.
GENERAL.
a.
Always use the torque values listed in Table H-l when the maintenance procedure does not give a
specific torque value.
b.
Unless otherwise indicated, standard torque tolerance shall be ±10%.
c.
Torque values listed are based on clean, dry threads. Reduce torque by 10% when engine oil is
used as a lubricant. Reduce torque by 20% if new plated capscrews are used.
d.
Capscrews threaded into aluminum may require reductions in torque of 30% or more of Grade 5
capscrew torque. Capscrew threaded into aluminum must also attain two capscrew diameters of thread engage-
ment.
If replacement capscrews are of higher grade than originally supplied, use torque
specifications for the original. This will prevent equipment damage due to over-
torquing.
H-1
