1996-2012 Acura RL Engine R&R Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Acura RL

Labor Time:10 hours

Torque Values (17 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ AC Compressor Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Alternator Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts	65	48	—
⚠️ Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts	75	55	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Power Steering Pump Bolts	25	18	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Starter Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—

The primary torque specification for engine r&r on a 1996-2012 Acura RL is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

There are 17 torque specifications for engine r&r on the 1996-2012 Acura RL 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.