1996 Mercedes Benz 280 oil leak and head Bolt torque

Tiny
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  • 1996 MERCEDES BENZ 280
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 153,000 MILES
Hi all

My merc 280 has a oil leak out the back of the head.

I need the head bolt torque Please.

Thank You
Sunday, March 15th, 2009 AT 1:08 PM

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Tiny
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The bolt pattern is as follows:


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/294900_202_head_bolt_1.jpg



The first torque will be 41 ftlbs.

Then go back over in the same pattern tightening another 90deg turn

Then for a second time go back over another 90 deg turn.

This is the proper torque procedure.
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Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 AT 12:03 PM

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