Cylinder Head Assembly: Specifications

2012 Ford Focus L4-2.0LSECTION Specifications



Cylinder Head

Install the cylinder head and the 10 new bolts.
Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in 5 stages.
Stage 1: Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
Stage 3: Tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees.
Stage 5: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.







Bolt re-usability

NOTE: The cylinder head bolts are torque-to-yield and must not be reused. New cylinder head bolts must be installed.





Surface Variation -- Head-to-block, Head-to-manifolds And Surface Variation -- Warpage















Camshaft Bearing Cap

Install the camshaft bearing caps in their original location and orientation and tighten the camshaft bearing cap bolts in pairs in the sequence shown in 2 stages:
Stage 1: Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten to 16 Nm (142 lb-in).







Intake Manifold Specifications

Exhaust Manifold Specifications

Camshaft Gear/Sprocket Torque Specifications
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.