Can I get the valve cover torque and tightening sequence?

Tiny
PAUL PAYNE
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2009 2.5 crdi valve cover torque settings and tightening sequence for
gasket replacement please.
Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 AT 8:41 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

I tried to get the information for you, but they are only showing two V6 engines, a 3.3L and a 3.8L. See attached. I realize the crdi indicates a common rail direct injection and that is normally related to a diesel engine.

If that is correct, let me know. I don't believe that engine was offered in the US.

Take care,

Joe

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Thursday, July 11th, 2024 AT 8:58 PM
Tiny
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Hi Joe, yes that's correct, it's the 2.5 liter diesel engine.
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Thursday, July 11th, 2024 AT 9:05 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

I'm not finding information on that engine in any of my manuals. Are you located in the US?

Joe
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Thursday, July 11th, 2024 AT 9:28 PM
Tiny
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No I'm in New Zealand.
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Thursday, July 11th, 2024 AT 10:13 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

I'm sorry, but I don't have that info. The diesel wasn't offered here. That's why it isn't in any of my manuals. I'm going to ask the site owner if he has any suggestions.

Joe
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Friday, July 12th, 2024 AT 6:58 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

If the vehicle is the same year, make, and model, I attached the torque specifications below for you. Note there is a sequence that should be followed when doing this. Tighten them in the order indicated.

The actual torque specifications are located above the valve cover pic. It is 8.68 ft.lbs. I would go an even 9 ft/lbs but make sure not to go above that.

I hope this helps. If your vehicle is a different year, make, or model, please start a new thread and give us all the specifics.

Here is the link to start a new post:

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new

Let me know if this helps.

Take care,

joe

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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 AT 5:40 PM

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