2015-2020 Cadillac Escalade Engine Rebuild Torque Specs

6.2L V8

Applies to 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 Cadillac Escalade

Labor Time:25 hours

Torque Values (46 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	22	16	—
Cover Bolts	22	16	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	27	20	—
Gasket Bolts	27	20	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Mounting Bolts	64	47	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	64	47	—
Mounting Bolts	37	27	—
Mounting Bolts	37	27	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	15	11	—
Sensor Bolts	15	11	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for engine rebuild on a 2015-2020 Cadillac Escalade?

The primary torque specification for engine rebuild on a 2015-2020 Cadillac Escalade is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Cadillac Escalade engine rebuild?

There are 46 torque specifications for engine rebuild on the 2015-2020 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.