1996-2012 Acura RL Harmonic Balancer 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:2 hours

Torque Values (9 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Harmonic Balancer Bolt	180	133	Often TTY, may need impact \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—

The primary torque specification for harmonic balancer on a 1996-2012 Acura RL is 19 Nm (14 lb-ft).

There are 9 torque specifications for harmonic balancer on the 1996-2012 Acura RL 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.