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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Bolts
First Pass in Sequence 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
Final Pass in Sequence 80 degrees

Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Studs
First Pass in Sequence 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
Final Pass in Sequence 51 degrees

Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
Installation Pass - to Ensure the Balancer is Completely Installed
Tighten to 330 N.m (240 lb ft)
First Pass - Install a NEW Bolt
After the Installation Pass and Tighten as Described in the First and Final Passes 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
Final Pass 140 degrees