CANTON, Ohio — The Timken Co. said it has given automotive technicians a one-stop location to look up torque specifications on its automotive and heavy-duty aftermarket online catalog.
Timken said the addition of torque specs to its site means professional technicians and other installers can identify the correct Timken part number and torque specifications based on a vehicle's year, make and model.
Torque specifications become viewable when a customer looks up a wheel application, according to Tom Tecklenburg, Timken's director of automotive aftermarket.
"It's our goal to give installers everything they need to do the job right the first time,” Mr. Tecklenburg said. “This is just another next step in delivering on that objective. We understand the risks of an improperly installed wheel bearing, so continuing to deliver the technical know-how along with a quality product enhances our customer's experience with our brand.”
The company said it included the required foot-pound torque needed not only for axle nuts but also for flange bolts and wheel studs.