Main Bearing Cap Torque

1999 Chevrolet Express 1 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN RSECTION Main Bearing Cap Torque
CRANKSHAFT BEARING CAP BOLT AND STUD (PREFERRED METHOD)
First Pass (Two Bolt Type Bearing Cap) 20 Nm (15 lb. ft.)
Final Pass (Two Bolt Type Bearing Cap) 73 degrees
First Pass (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) 20 Nm (15 lb. ft.)
Final Pass Outboard Bolt (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) 43 degrees
Final Pass Inboard Bolt and Stud (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) 73 degrees

CRANKSHAFT BEARING CAP BOLT AND STUD (OPTIONAL STRATEGY)
Two Bolt Type Bearing Cap 105 Nm (77 lb. ft.)
Inboard Bolt and Stud (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) 105 Nm (77 lb. ft.)
Outboard Bolt (Four Bolt Type Bearing Cap) 90 Nm (66 lb. ft.)
RENDER: 1.0x

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