Torque Values and/or Fastener Tightening Strategies
- Cylinder head bolts, the crankshaft bearing cap bolts, the connecting rod bolts, and balance shaft bolt apply a torque angle strategy.
In an on-vehicle situation where a torque angle meter may not fit into the vehicle packaging, a three step tightening process may be followed using a torque wrench.
- Certain fasteners should not be reused. Bolts, studs, or other fasteners that must be replaced will be called out in the specific service procedure.