Never had anything close to an issue with the lower than max torque.
Specialized stem cap torque.
Do not overtighten it.
Do up the headset top cap until it is just tight at this point you should be unable to turn your stem spacers.
The specs on alot of my parts like the carbon stem and seatpost clamp indicate a max torque of 5nm which was way more than i would have done if i was just hand tightening.
This symbol highlights the correct torque value for a specific bolt.
Steerer tube collar pinch bolt.
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Fsa megaexo crank adjusting cap 0 4 0 7 nm 32 53 in lbs fsa megaexo crank bolt pinch screws 9 8 11 2 nm 87 100 in lbs campagnolo 3 piece 32 38 nm 282 336 in lbs campagnolo ultra torque 42 nm 371 in lbs race face 54 nm 480 in lbs shimano 34 44 nm 305 391 in lbs shimano octalink xtr crank arm bolt 40 3 49 nm 357 435 in lbs.
In other words a torque wrench set for 100 in lbs might tighten to 96 in lbs or 104 in lbs.
5 just seems like way to much.
Page 1 specialized bicycle owner s manual.
I still only torqued my stem front cap and stem bolts to 4nm.
Specialized bicycle components please note all instructions and notices are subject to change and updates without notice.
There are basically three types of torque wrenches the beam type the click type and the dial type.
Additional safety performance and service information for specific components such as suspension or pedals on your bicycle.
Page 3 this manual meets as nzs standard 1927 1998 important.
Read it before you take the first ride on your new bicycle and keep it for reference.
Steerer tube collar locating bolt.