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Fastener Tightening Specifications

Cylinder Head bolts - Left side/Right Side

Important:
Do not use the cylinder head bolts again. Install NEW cylinder head bolts during assembly.

Do not use any type of sealant on the cylinder head gasket, unless specified.





Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10)
First pass in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10)
Second pass in sequence to 90 degrees using the J 45059.
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10)
Final pass in sequence to 70 degrees using the J 45059.
Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts (11-15) to 30 N.m (22 lb ft). Begin with the center bolt (11) and alternating side-to-side, work outward tightening all of the bolts.

Cylinder Head Coolant Plug 20 N.m 15 lb ft





Install the intake manifold bolts.
Tighten the bolts a first pass in sequence to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
Tighten the bolts a final pass in sequence to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
J 41798 M8 Bolt 25 N.m 18 lb ft
J 41798 M10 Bolts 50 N.m 37 lb ft
J 42386-A Bolts 50 N.m 37 lb ft

Camshaft Retainer Bolts
Hex Head Bolts 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
TORX(R) Head Bolts 15 N.m (11 lb ft)
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
First Pass 75 N.m (55 lb ft)
Final Pass 50 degrees
Exhaust Manifold Bolts
First Pass 15 N.m (11 lb ft)
Final Pass 20 N.m (15 lb ft)
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts 9 N.m (80 lb in)
Exhaust Manifold Studs 20 N.m (15 lb ft)