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Tightening Torques & Sequences




Fastener Tightening Specifications













Camshaft cap Bolt 10 Nm (89 lb in).
Tighten the camshaft cap bolts in increments of 3 turns until they are seated.

Crankshaft Bearing Caps

Install the NEW crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence finger tight.
Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).

Tighten the crankshaft bearing bolts in sequence using the J 45059 - meter an additional 70 degrees.

Tighten the lower crankcase perimeter bolts in sequence to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).