I have a 1.7 diesel Opel corsa bakkie 2001 model. I lik to know the torque settings on the head bolts and how to go about doing it.
Aug 26, 2009 at 2:43 PM
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Hello,
Start at the middle and then work your way out in a circle. Start by tightening them down to 25 foot pounds. The go to 47 and then finish at 75 and you are all set.
Here is a diagram (BELOW) to sow you how to do it.
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