97 5.0 Liter Transmission Pan Torque

[alfben75]

I am replacing the transmission fluid and filter on my 97 5.0 liter (4R70W). I need help with the transmission pan torque. I don't want to snap another bolt this summer (water pump & timing cover bolts). I can't locate the torque in the Haynes Repair Manual. So, what is the correct transmission pan torque? Thanks.

 

[Turdle]

12-16 ft lbs, I use 13 ft lbs myself.

 

[gsbarry]

Fyi

Not that I am a big fan of the 'ol Haynes manual by any means, but it calls for 108-132 inch lbs (9 - 11 ft. lbs.). The spec is found in the front section (lubricants, capacities, and torque values) of chapter 1 - routine maintenance. Of course they do not specify different values for the 5R and the 4R.