System Specifications
Cylinder Head BoltsNOTE: New cylinder head bolts must be installed. They are a torque-to-yield design and cannot be reused.
First pass 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Second pass Tighten 90°
Third pass Loosen one full turn
Fourth pass 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Fifth pass Tighten 90°
Final pass Tighten 90°
Lower Intake Manifold Bolts 10 Nm (89 lb-inch)
Upper Intake Manifold Bolts 10 Nm (89 lb-inch)
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts 10 Nm (89 lb-inch)
VCT Actuator Bolts 40 Nm (30 lb-ft) plus an additional 90°
Catalytic Converter & Exhaust Manifold Nuts
Discard the nuts.
First pass 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
Final pass 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).