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Zufelt

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Oct 15, 2012
Lemoore, California
Whatdup guys! Quick question, I know certain things are suppose to be torqued to spec, but unfortunately I don't have a torque wrench yet. Would it be okay to use common sense on the fill, and drain plug of the tranny? Also, if you have any recommendations of torque wrenches I'd appreciate it.. I have a feeling Imma be needing it alot :hellyeah:
 
Craftsman. I own one and sometimes use it, but generally I got by "FT" torque specs.
 
The only time Ive EVER used a torque wrench while working on any car have either been internal engine components or axle nuts.. Everything else is "good n tight" snug.. Id say common sense could be used for 97% of the bolts on a vehicle.
 
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Actually almost every single bolt and nut in a car has a torque spec per manufacturer recommendation. If you own a service manual just look for it, is a good habit to follow it. Just saying.
 
Harbor freight frequently has sales on torque wrenches, you may want to take a look there.
 
Something I found and thought I would share. Doesn't list the tranny drain bolt, but I figure this covers all the important ones. All the others, as said, should be fine "good & tight."

4g63 torque specs
( ) indicates # of bolts

Engine:
(5) Rear main seal case bolt - 8 lbs
(2) Oil pick up tube bolt - 14 lbs
(4) Oil filter housing - 14 lbs
(1) Knock sensor - 16 lbs
(1) Oil dip stick to block bolt - 10 lbs
(2) Oil return to oil pan bolt - 7 lbs
(5) Water pump bolt - 10 lbs
(1) Water pipe to block bolt - 9 lbs
(4) Water pump pulley bolt - 8 lbs
(1) Crankshaft sprocket bolt - 87 lbs
(4) Crankshaft pulley bolt - 18 lbs

Head:
(3) Oil delivery body - 8 lbs
(20) Cam cap bolt - 14 to 15 lbs
(8) Intake manifoldbolt - 14 lbs
(2) Intake manifold nut - 26lbs
(2) EGR Valve bolt - 16 lbs
(4) Throttle body bolts - 14lbs
(2) Fuel pressure regulator bolt - 7 lbs

Transmission:
(6 or 7) Flywheel bolts - 98 lbs
(2) Rear plate bolt - 8 lbs
(2) Bell housing cover bolt - 7 lbs

Timing:
(1) Tensioner pulley bolt - 35 lbs
(1) Tensioner arm bolt - 16 lbs
(2) Auto tensioner bolt - 17 lbs
(1) Ilder pulley bolt - 27 lbs

Engine Mounts:
(1) Engine mount to block bracket bolt - 33 lbs
(1) Left motor mount- 33lbs
(1) Right motor mount - 33 lbs
(1) Front motor mount - 47 lbs
(1) Rear motor mount - 87 lbs
(1) Rear motor mount to block bolt - 87 lbs
(1) Front motor mount to block bolt - 47 lbs

Head install:
8 6 1 3 9
10 4 2 5 7

Main cap install:
8 4 1 5 9
7 3 2 6 10
 
a good ol trick is 45 degree arc torque. as soon as the fastener makes contact with the part tighten it another quarter turn. done.

for other bolts or nuts the size and material will determine what arc to use, 45*, 90* 180* etc.

be cautious about aluminum threads!
 
I moly grease lube every thread & torque every bolt/nut to FSM spec always. No exceptions, even lug nuts. Also I clean ever thread before installing to torque.
 
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