scope:

Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes applicable laws and regulations.

Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence. 

Purpose. To determine the dynamic installation characteristics of tapered joints including suspension and steering components by means of torque vs. angle and torque vs. displacement data.

Foreword.

Limitations. This procedure does not apply to pulse tools.

Applicability.

This procedure applies to tapered joints of all vehicles.

Unless otherwise specified, this procedure applies to the initial tightening event of joints using threaded fasteners with new thread and bearing surfaces and new clamped members.