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Cylinder Head Torque and Sequence



Cylinder Head
12 Pointed Cylinder Head Bolts
Torque 54 Nm (550 kgf-cm, 40 ft. lbs.) +90°







Tightening Sequence

Recessed Head Cylinder Head Bolts
Torque 18.5 Nm (185 kgf-cm, 13 ft. lbs.)






Tightening Sequence





Maximum Warpage

Intake Manifold Assembly
Torque 15 Nm (150 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)






Tightening Sequence


Bearing Cap Bolt Torque 16 Nm (160 kgf-cm, 12 ft. lbs.)

Tightening Sequence:





RH Intake Camshaft





RH Exhaust Camshaft





LH Intake Camshaft





LH Exhaust Camshaft

Exhaust Manifold
Torque 49 Nm (500 kgf-cm, 36 ft. lbs.)