FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Tightening Torque


General tightening torques

Note: Screws coated with a locking fluid or self locking nuts must be replaced with new when reinstalled.





See the table to find the tightening torques for components not included in the summary.
Nuts and screws which are not self locking can be reused provided that they are in good condition.

Summary of specific components and tightening torques

Note: Screws coated with locking fluid or sealant must be replaced with new when reinstalled.

Always use new screws and nuts when angle tightening. Any exceptions to this rule will be indicated in the method.
Angle-tightening in tight spaces.





Cylinder head
Tighten the screws in sequence from the center and outwards.
Stage 1 20 Nm
Stage 2 60 Nm
Stage 3 angle-tighten 130°
Manifold (cylinder head side) 25 Nm
Intake manifold 19 Nm
Carrier plate
Stage 1 45 Nm
Stage 2 angle-tighten 50°
Flywheel
Stage 1 45 Nm
Stage 2 angle-tighten 65°
Variable valve timing center screw 120 Nm
Variable valve timing center plug 35 Nm
Timing gear pulley (camshafts without variable valve timing) 20 Nm
Timing gear pulley (camshafts with variable valve timing) 10 Nm