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Cylinder Head Bolt Torque and Sequence

Cylinder Head Bolts

Fig. 2 Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence:






1. Torque all bolts to [1] 18 ft. lbs.
2. Torque all bolts (except No. 9) to [1] 26 ft. lbs.
Torque No. 9 bolt to [1] 18 ft. lbs.
4. Tighten bolts an additional [1] 90° (1/4 turn)

[1] In the sequence shown (refer to image).