Tech - Common Torque Specs
Common Torque Specs |
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This is a quick list of the more commonly needed torque specs when doing typical upgrades or service. For complete engine torque specs, we offer the factory service manuals on the Literature & Manuals Page. |
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Engine| Valve Cover Bolts | DOHC 2.2 ft/lb | | SOHC 7 ft/lb | | Crank Pulley Bolt | DOHC 130-137 ft/lb | | SOHC 108-116 ft/lb | | Timing Tensioner Pulley | 42 ft/lb | | Timing Tensioner | 17 ft/lb | | Cam Gears (center bolts holding to cams) | 65 ft/lb | | Fidanza Cam Gear Adjustment Nuts | 40-45 in/lb (NOT ft/lb) | | 3SX Cam Gear Adjustment Bolts | 6 ft/lb or 72 in/lb | | Water Pump Bolts | 17 ft/lb | | Flywheel to Crank | 55 ft/lb | | Clutch Pressure Plate to Flywheel | 13 ft/lb | | Fidanza Flywheel Replacement Face Plate Nuts | 22 in/lb (NOT ft/lb) | | Oil Pan Bolts | 5 ft/lb | | Oil Drain Plug | 29 ft/lb | | ARP Head Studs (using ARP Moly with the kit) | 80 ft/lb | | ARP Head Studs (using 30-wt oil) | 110 ft/lb | | ARP Main Studs (using ARP Moly with the kit) | 70 ft/lb | | ARP Main Studs (using 30-wt oil) | 85 ft/lb | | Spark Plugs | 18 ft/lb |
Intake| Throttle Body to Plenum Bolts | 7-9 ft/lb | | Upper Plenum to Lower Plenum Bolts | 13 ft/lb | | Fuel Rails to Lower Plenum | 9 ft/lb | | Lower Plenum To Heads | 9-11 ft/lb |
Exhaust| Manifolds to Heads | DOHC NA 22 ft/lb | | SOHC 13 ft/lb | | TT- See service manual for specific steps | | Turbos to Manifolds | 40-47 ft/lb | | Exhaust/Pre-cats to Turbos | 40-47 ft/lb | Exhuast Connecting Bolts
(precats, front downpipe, main cat, cat-back) | 36 ft/lb | | O2 Sensors | 33 ft/lb |
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| Please note these are torque specs listed from the Chrysler Stealth Service manual or provided by product manufacturers. 3SX is in no way liable for damage resulting from the use or misuse of this information. Consult your service manual for extended details. |
