What is the head bolt tightening sequence for a the engine in this auto? It has a Hyundai 3.5l v6 engine.

2004 KIA SORENTO
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GROUCHYGRANDMA
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My kia was stolen and it was run very hot while gone. Now we are replacing the head gaskets, but we need the head bolt tightening sequence and if the bolts need to be "stretched"
Sep 8, 2011 at 6:01 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Refer to diagram.
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Sep 8, 2011 at 6:35 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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77-85 ft.lbs.
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Sep 8, 2011 at 6:38 PM
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GROUCHYGRANDMA
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Docfixit, thank you so much. The only book I could find was $195 and I just could not afford that after the parts to fix this thing.
Sep 9, 2011 at 12:56 AM