Tightening Torques & Sequences

1. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a first pass in sequence to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
2. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a second pass in sequence to 90 degrees using the J 45059 .
3. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a final pass in sequence to 70 degrees using the J 45059 .
4. Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts (11-15) to 30 Nm (22 lb ft). Begin with the center bolt (11) and alternating side-to-side, work outward tightening all of the bolts.

CYLINDER HEAD BOLT RE-USABILITY

Note: Do not use the cylinder head bolts again. Install NEW cylinder head bolts during assembly.
Do not use any type of sealant on the cylinder head gasket, unless specified.
The cylinder head gaskets must be installed in the proper direction and position.

INTAKE MANIFOLD

Tighten the intake manifold bolts to the sequence below:

First Pass: Tighten the intake manifold bolts in sequence to 5 Nm (44 lb in).
Final Pass: Tighten the intake manifold bolts in sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

MAIN BEARING CAP

Crankshaft Bearing Cap M10 Bolts
First Pass in Sequence 20 Nm (15 lb ft)
Final Pass in Sequence 80 degrees

Crankshaft Bearing Cap M8 Bolts 25 Nm (18 lb ft)

ROD BEARING CAP

Connecting Rod Bolts
First Pass 20 Nm (15 lb ft)
Final Pass 85 degrees

CRANKSHAFT PULLEY

Crankshaft Balancer Bolt
First Pass 150 Nm (111 lb ft)
Second Pass Loosen 360 degrees
Third Pass 50 Nm (37 lb ft)
Final Pass 230 degrees

FLYWHEEL/FLEXPLATE

Flywheel Bolts
First Pass 20 Nm (15 lb ft)
Second Pass 50 Nm (37 lb ft)
Final Pass 100 Nm (74 lb ft)

OIL PUMP

Oil Pump Cover Bolts 12 Nm (106 lb in)
Oil Pump Screen-to-Oil Pump Bolt 12 Nm (106 lb in)

INTAKE MANIFOLD

Tighten the intake manifold bolts to the sequence below:

First Pass: Tighten the intake manifold bolts in sequence to 5 Nm (44 lb in).
Final Pass: Tighten the intake manifold bolts in sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

EXHAUST MANIFOLD

Exhaust Manifold Bolts
First Pass 15 Nm (11 lb ft)
Final Pass 20 Nm (15 lb ft)

WATER PUMP

Water Pump Bolts
First Pass 15 Nm (11 lb ft)
Final Pass 30 Nm (22 lb ft)