Fastener Tightening Specifications - Intake Manifold

1998 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN RSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications - Intake Manifold

Intake Manifold Bolt Tightening Sequence:






TIGHTENING SEQUENCE/SPECIFICATIONS
Lower Intake Manifold Bolts In Sequence:
First Pass: 3 Nm (27 lb in)
Second Pass: 12 Nm (106 lb in)
Final Pass: 15 Nm (11 lb ft)

Sequence:





Upper Intake Manifold Bolts In Sequence:
First Pass: 5 Nm (44 lb in)
Final Pass: 10 Nm (88 lb in)










RENDER: 1.0x

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