Crankshaft Main Bearing Cap Torque Sequence

Windsor engine (5.4L)





Install the dowel pins so the flat sides face the crankshaft.





Install the vertical main bearing cap fasteners and tighten in the sequence shown.
^ Tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten an additional 85-95 degrees.





Install the side bolts and tighten them in the sequence shown.
^ Tighten to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten an additional 85-95 degrees.