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Question posted by roddymoney on December 22nd, 2013

What Are The Torque Specs For The 3.8l Engine Head Bolts?

I am replacing the heads on a 3.8L engine and need the torque specs

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on December 22nd, 2013 6:06 PM

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Torque sequence:
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6 4 2 8

5 1 3 7
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Step 1: Torque from 47-53 Nm (35 to 39 Ft/Lbs)
Step 2: Back off all bolts 360
Step 3: Torque from 27 -33NM (20 to 24 Ft/Lbs)
Step 4: Torque rotate 85-95
Step 5: Torque rotate additional 85-95

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