2007-2014 Cadillac Escalade Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

6.2L V8

Applies to 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 Cadillac Escalade

Labor Time:18 hours

Torque Values (21 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	22	16	Torque sequence
Camshaft Cap Bolts	22	16	Torque sequence
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	22	16	Torque sequence
Cylinder Head Bolts	119	88	Multi-step + angle
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	119	88	Multi-step + angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	119	88	Multi-step + angle
Cylinder Head Bolts (M11)	30 +180°	22	TTY Bolts. Step 1: 22 lb-ft. Step 2: 90 deg. Step 3: 90 deg. Spiral sequence.
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts (M11)	30 +180°	22	TTY Bolts. Step 1: 22 lb-ft. Step 2: 90 deg. Step 3: 90 deg. Spiral sequence.
Cylinder Head Bolts (M11)	30 +180°	22	TTY Bolts. Step 1: 22 lb-ft. Step 2: 90 deg. Step 3: 90 deg. Spiral sequence.
Cylinder Head Bolts (M8)	30	22	Upper row small bolts. Tighten to 22 lb-ft in sequence (inner to outer).
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts (M8)	30	22	Upper row small bolts. Tighten to 22 lb-ft in sequence (inner to outer).
Cylinder Head Bolts (M8)	30	22	Upper row small bolts. Tighten to 22 lb-ft in sequence (inner to outer).
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	46	34	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	46	34	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	46	34	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	33	24	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	33	24	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	33	24	—
Valve Cover Bolts	18	14	—
Valve Cover Bolts	18	14	—
⚠️ Valve Cover Bolts	18	14	—

The primary torque specification for head gaskets - both on a 2007-2014 Cadillac Escalade is 22 Nm (16 lb-ft). Note: Torque sequence

There are 21 torque specifications for head gaskets - both on the 2007-2014 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.