2007-2012 Dodge Caliber Valve Adjustment Torque Specs

1.8L I4

Applies to 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Dodge Caliber

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (10 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	15	11	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	19	14	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	45	33	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Bolts	10	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Valve Lash Adjusting Screw Lock Nut	20	15	Hold screw while tightening

The primary torque specification for valve adjustment on a 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber is 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).

There are 10 torque specifications for valve adjustment on the 2007-2012 Dodge Caliber 1.8L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.