Main Bearing Cap Torque

1999 Cadillac Seville SLS V8-4.6L VIN YSECTION Main Bearing Cap Torque






Tighten the lower crankcase bolts in proper sequence.

First Pass
Tighten the lower crankcase bearing bolts (numbers 1 through 20) to 20 Nm (15 lb ft) in the proper sequence.
Final Pass
Tighten the lower crankcase bolts (numbers 1 through 20) an additional 65 degrees in the proper sequence using the J 36660-A.





Tighten the upper to lower crankcase perimeter bolts (numbers 1 through 8) to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
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