Torque Specifications

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Cylinder Head Installation Note
Before installation, measure the length of each bolt. Replace any that exceed the maximum length.

Standard length: 131.2 - 131.8 mm {5.16 - 5.188 inch}
Maximum length: 132.5 mm {5.217 inch}



Head Torque Sequence:






Tighten the bolts in two or three steps in the order shown.

Tightening torque: 23.1 - 25.9 Nm {2.35 - 2.65 kgf/m, 17 - 19.1 ft. lbs.}








Put a paint mark on each bolt head
Using the marks as a reference, tighten the bolts by turning each 85° - 95° in the sequence shown.
Further tighten each bolt by turning another 85° - 95° in the sequence shown.