Torque Specifications
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5.7L ENGINE
| DESCRIPTION | N.m | Ft. Lbs. | In. Lbs. | COMMENT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Pipe Plugs | ||||
| (1/4 - 18 NPT) Oil Galley Plug |
20 | 15 | - | |
| (1/4 - 18 NPT) Coolant Drain Plug |
34 | 25 | - | |
| (3/8 NPT) | 27 | 20 | 240 | |
| Camshaft Phaser Bolt | 98 | 72 | - | |
| Timing Drive Tensioner Bolts | 11 | - | 97 | |
| Timing Drive Guide Bolts | 11 | - | 97 | |
| Camshaft Thrust Plate Bolts | 12 | - | 106 | |
| Coil to Cylinder Head Cover Bolts | 7 | - | 62 | |
| Timing Chain Case Cover Bolts | 28 | 21 | - | |
| Lifting Stud | 55 | 41 | - | |
| Connecting Rod Cap Bolts | 21 Plus 90° Turn |
15 Plus 90° Turn |
- | |
| Main Bearing Cap Bolts | See INSTALLATION . | |||
| Cylinder Head Bolts | See CYLINDER HEAD, INSTALLATION . | |||
| Cylinder Head Cover Bolts | 8 | - | 71 | |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head | 25 | 18 | 220 | |
| Flexplate to Crankshaft Bolts | 95 | 70 | - | Do not reuse these fasteners. If removed, a NEW fastener must be installed and tightened to specifications. |
| Flywheel to Crankshaft Bolts | 75 | 55 | - | |
| Front Engine Mount Through Bolt and Nut | 130 | 96 | - | |
| Front Engine Mount Heat Shield Nut | 55 | 41 | - | |
| Front Engine Mount to Support Bracket | ||||
| Through Bolts to Axle Pinion Housing (4WD) | 120 | 89 | - | |
| Through Bolts to Axle Housing (4WD) | 110 | 81 | - | |
| Engine Mount Brackets to Block Bolts | 64 | 47 | - | |
| Front Engine Mount to Block Bolts (2WD) | 64 | 47 | - | |
| Generator Mounting Bolt | 55 | 41 | - | |
| Intake Manifold Bolts | Refer to INSTALLATION . | |||
| Lifter Guide Holder | 12 | 9 | - | |
| Oil Pan Bolts | 12 | 9 | - | |
| Oil Dipstick Tube | 12 | 9 | - | |
| Oil Filter Adapter | 12 | 9 | - | |
| Oil Pan Drain Plug | 34 | 25 | - | |
| Oil Pump Bolts | 28 | 21 | - | |
| Oil Pump Pickup Tube Bolt and Nut | 28 | 21 | - | |
| Rear Seal Retainer Bolts | 15 | 11 | - | |
| Rear Insulator to Support Bracket Nut | 61 | 45 | - | |
| Rear Insulator to Crossmember Nut | 61 | 45 | - | |
| Support Bracket Bolt | 64 | 47 | - | |
| Rear Support Bracket to Crossmember Flange Nuts | 41 | 30 | - | |
| Crossmember Flange Nuts | ||||
| Rear Support Plate to Transfer Case Bolts | 41 | 30 | - | |
| Case Bolts | ||||
| Rocker Arm Bolts | Refer to INSTALLATION . | |||
| Thermostat Housing Bolts | 28 | 21 | - | |
| Throttle Body Bolts | 12 | 9 | - | |
| Transfer Case to Insulator Bolts | 204 | 150 | - | |
| Mounting Plate Nuts | ||||
| Transmission Support Bracket Bolts (2WD) | 68 | 50 | - | |
| Vibration Damper Bolt | 172 | 127 | - | |
| Water Pump to Timing Chain Case Cover Bolts | 28 | 21 | - | |