System Specifications

Cylinder Head Bolts








NOTE: New cylinder head bolts must be installed. They are a torque-to-yield design and cannot be reused.

First pass 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Second pass Tighten 90°
Third pass Loosen one full turn
Fourth pass 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Fifth pass Tighten 90°
Final pass Tighten 90°

Lower Intake Manifold Bolts 10 Nm (89 lb-inch)





Upper Intake Manifold Bolts 10 Nm (89 lb-inch)





Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts 10 Nm (89 lb-inch)








VCT Actuator Bolts 40 Nm (30 lb-ft) plus an additional 90°

Catalytic Converter & Exhaust Manifold Nuts











Discard the nuts.
First pass 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
Final pass 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).