Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Component | Fastener Size | Nm |
|---|---|---|
| Chain Tensioner with Tensioning Rail to Cylinder Block Bolt | - | 15 |
| Oil Filter Cap | - | 25 |
| Oil Filter Housing to Cylinder Block Bolt 1, 2 | - | 15 + 90° |
| Oil Filter Housing Lower Cover | - | 25 |
| Oil Level Thermal Sensor to Oil Pan Bolt | - | 10 |
| Oil Pan Drain Plug1 | - | 30 |
| Oil Pan to Transmission Bolt | - | 40 |
| Oil Pressure Switch | - | 22 |
| Oil Pump Sprocket to Oil Pump Bolt1 | - | 20 + 90° |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder Block | - | 15 |
| Oil Spray Jet to Cylinder Block Bolt | - | 27 |
| Oil Supply Line to Connection | - | 22 |
| Oil Supply Line Connection to Oil Filter Housing | - | 30 |
| Sealing Flange to Cylinder Block Bolt | - | 15 |
| Splash Wall to Cylinder Block Bolt | - | 15 |
| Suction Line to Oil Pump Bolt | - | 15 |
| Wiring Harness Bracket to Oil Filter Housing Bolt | - | 10 |
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NOTE:
Replace the oil pan screws.
-- Tighten the bolts in three steps:
| Stage | Bolts | Tightening specification |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | -1- through -20- | In a diagonal sequence, to 5 Nm |
| 2. | -Arrows- | 40 Nm |
| 3. | -1- through -20- | Diagonally in steps at least to 15 Nm |