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Torque Specifications





TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Cylinder Head Camshaft Journal Cap Bolts: 8-12 Nm (71-106 inch. lbs.)
Cylinder Head Bolts:





Install new torque-to-yield cylinder head retaining bolts and tighten in sequence, as follows:
- Tighten bolts to 37-43 Nm (28-31 ft. lbs.).
- Rotate bolts 85-95 degrees.
- Loosen bolts a minimum of one full turn.
- Tighten bolts to 37-43 Nm (28-31 ft. lbs.).
- Rotate bolts 85-95 degrees.
- Rotate bolts an additional 85-95 degrees.

CAUTION: Cylinder head retaining bolts must be replaced with new bolts. They are torque-to-yield designed and cannot be reused or damage to engine may occur.