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Cylinder Head Installation

Tighten cylinder head bolts progressively in sequence shown in diagram. Torque bolts 3 times around as follows:

Engine Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
429", 460" 75 105 140
Fig 1: Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence
G09324124Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs.
Cylinder Head (1)
Intake Manifold 25-30
Exhaust Manifold 28-33
Oil Pan (2)9-11
Main Bearing Caps 95-105
Connecting Rod Caps 40-45
Vibration Damper 70-90
Camshaft Sprocket 40-45
Flywheel 75-85
Rocker Arm Stud-to-Cylinder Head
  1968-70 65-75
  1971 75-85
1972-73 18-25
Rocker Arm Cover 5-6
Engine Front Cover
  1968-71 12-15
  1972-73 15-20
Water Pump 12-15
Oil Pump-to-Block 20-25
Oil Filter Adapter
  1968-71 & 1972 Police 60-100
  1972-73 20-30
(1) See "Cylinder Head Installation".
(2) 1/4" x 20 bolts, 7-9.