Section 3 (3.8L Engine (Service Information)): Specifications: Torque
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| DESCRIPTION | N.m | Ft. Lbs. | In. Lbs. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camshaft Sprocket - Bolt | 54 | 40 | - |
| Camshaft Thrust Plate - Bolts | 12 | - | 105 |
| Forged Connecting Rod Cap - Nuts | 54 +1/4 turn | 40 +1/4 turn | - |
| Cracked Connecting Rod Cap - Bolts | See INSTALLATION . | ||
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap - Bolts | 41 +1/4 turn | 30 +1/4 turn | - |
| Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Cross Bolts (3.8L) | 61 | 45 | - |
| Crankshaft Oil Seal Retainer Rear - Bolts | 12 | - | 105 |
| Crankshaft Damper - Bolt | 54 | 40 | - |
| Cylinder Block Drain Plugs | 20 | 15 | - |
| Cylinder Head - Bolts | . See INSTALLATION . | ||
| Cylinder Head Cover - Bolts | 12 | - | 105 |
| Flex Plate to Crankshaft | 88 | 65 | - |
| Engine Mounting | (Refer to ENGINE MOUNTING ) | ||
| Powertrain Torque Strut | 54 | 40 | - |
| Exhaust Manifold - Bolts | 28 | - | 250 |
| Exhaust Crossover Pipe - Bolts | 41 | 30 | - |
| Intake Manifold - Lowe r -Bolts | 23 | - | 200 |
| Intake Manifold - Lower Gasket Retainer -Bolts | 12 | - | 105 |
| Intake Manifold Upper - Bolts | 12 | - | 105 |
| Lifter Yoke Retainer - Bolts | 14 | - | 125 |
| Oil Filter Attaching Fitting | 54 | 40 | - |
| Oil Cooler Attaching Fitting | 27 | 20 | - |
| Oil Filter | 20 | 15 | - |
| Oil Filter Adapter -Bolts | 28 | - | 250 |
| Oil Gallery Plug | 27 | 20 | - |
| Oil Pan - Bolts | 12 | - | 105 |
| Oil Pan Drain - Plug | 27 | 20 | - |
| Oil Pressure Switch | 23 | - | 200 |
| Oil Pump Cover Plate - Screws | 12 | - | 105 |
| Oil Pump Pick-up Tube - Bolt | 28 | - | 250 |
| Oil Dipstick Housing - Bolts | 28 | - | 250 |
| Rocker Arm Shaft - Bolts | 23 | - | 200 |
| Spark Plug | 16 | 12 | - |
| Thermostat Housing | 12 | - | 105 |
| Timing Chain Case Cover | - | - | - |
| - M8 Bolt | 28 | 20 | - |
| - M10 Bolt | 54 | 40 | - |
| Water Pump - Bolts | 12 | - | 105 |
| Water Pump Pulley -Bolts | 28 | - | 250 |