Cylinder Head Assembly: Specifications

This article has been updated with TSB 06-06-01-006B








Notice: This component uses bolts with a preapplied molybdenum disulfide coating for thread lubrication. Do not remove the coating or use any additional lubricant. Improperly lubricated threads will adversely affect the bolt torque and clamp load. Improper bolt torque and clamp load can lead to engine damage.

Cylinder Head M12 Bolt - Angular Tightening Method
1st Step 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.)
2nd Step 80 Nm (59 ft. lbs.)
3rd Step 60 degrees
4th Step 60 degrees
Cylinder Head M8 Bolt 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)

Left:

Right:

Intake Manifold Bolts/Nuts 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
Camshaft Thrust Plate Bolt 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.)
Camshaft Gear Bolt 234 Nm (173 ft. lbs.)
Exhaust Manifold Bolt/Nut 38 Nm (28 ft. lbs.)
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.)
Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Service Limit 0.2 mm (0.0079 inch)
Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Production Value 0.075 mm (0.0030 inch)
Surface Flatness - Exhaust Manifold Deck - Production Value 0.1 mm (0.0039 inch)
Surface Flatness - Intake Manifold Deck - Production Value 0.1 mm (0.0039 inch)