Cylinder Head

Tighten the engine cylinder head bolts in sequence according to the following procedure (Fig. 10).

CAUTION: During the final tightening sequence, bolt No. 11 will be tightened to a lower torque than the rest of the bolts. DO NOT overtighten bolt No. 11.

1. Tighten all bolts in sequence (1 - 14) to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
2. Tighten all bolts in sequence (1 - 14) to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).
3. Check all bolts to verify they are set to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten bolts in sequence:
^ Bolts 1 - 10 to 149 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).
^ Bolt 11 to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
^ Bolts 12 - 14 to 149 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).

5. Check all bolts in sequence to verify the correct torque.
6. If not already done, clean and mark each bolt with a dab of paint after tightening. Should you encounter bolts, which were painted in an earlier service operation, replace them.