Cylinder Head Assembly

Cylinder Head Assembly Torque Specifications

Cylinder Head Assembly Torque Specification:

CAUTION: Do not attempt to install the cylinder head assembly without assistance. Installation of the cylinder head assembly requires two people.

CAUTION: Always use new cylinder head bolts.

Note: Lubricate the cylinder head bolts with Super Premium 5W30 SAE X0-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G prior to installation.

Install the cylinder head assembly and tighten the bolts in the following sequence.
1. Tighten all the bolts in a single sequence to 40-60 Nm (30-44 ft. lbs.).
2. Back the bolts off 1/2 turn.
3. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown to 40-60 Nm (30-44 ft. lbs.).
4. Rotate all the bolts in a single sequence an additional 180 degrees in two steps of 90 degrees each.