Torque Specifications

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
1. Install new cylinder head retaining bolts:
- Tighten retaining bolts in sequence shown to 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.).
- Then back off bolts 360 degrees.

CAUTION: Always use new cylinder head bolts when installing cylinder head or damage to engine may occur.

2. Tighten the cylinder head retaining bolts in two final tightening steps in the following sequence:
- 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.)
- 92 Nm (68 ft. lbs.)

NOTE: When cylinder head retaining bolts have been tightened, it is not necessary to retighten the bolts after extended engine operation. However, the bolts can be checked for tightness if desired.