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2002 Chevrolet Cavalier Repair Question


Topics covered: Head bolts, Torque, Cylinder head.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on September 17, 2010

Chevy head bolts

Engine Mechanical problem
2002 Chevy Cavalier 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 190000 miles

im replacing my head gasket i am needing to know the tork on the head bolts
Avatar Asked by dragonmist1034

Answer

Replied on September 17, 2010

doesnt specify if these are torque to yield, i recommend replacing them either way... this is the specs on torque

Cylinder Head Bolts-Long

First pass 63 Nm (46 ft lb)

Second pass 90 °

Cylinder Head Bolts-Short

First pass 58 Nm (43 ft lb)

Second pass 90 °

Tiny Answered by madmike1735 (expert)
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Replied on September 17, 2010

also, torque from the center outwards... start with the middle, and work your way torwards both ends evenly...

Tiny Answered by madmike1735 (expert)
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