Cylinder head torque

2009 CHEVROLET CRUZE
108,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BIGFISH1652
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What is the cylinder head torque settings for the car listed above (f18d4)?
May 14, 2018 at 8:31 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning.

Below is the procedure and attached is the sequence for tightening.

Roy

First pass to .................... 25 Nm (18 lb ft)
Second pass to .................... 90°
Third pass to .................... 90°
Fourth pass to .................... 90°
Fifth pass to .................... 45°

Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Longitude
If the deck surface is out of specification, replace the cylinder head. Do not machine the cylinder head.

Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Overall
If the deck surface is out of specification, replace the cylinder head. Do not machine the cylinder head.

Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Transverse
If the deck surface is out of specification, replace the cylinder head. Do not machine the cylinder head.

Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolt

Install the 8 intake camshaft bearing cover bolts and tighten in a spiral from the inside
to the outside to 8 Nm (71 lb in)

May 15, 2018 at 3:03 AM
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