2011-2024 Dodge Durango Engine Rebuild Torque Specs

5.7L V8 Hemi

Applies to 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Dodge Durango

Labor Time:25 hours

Torque Values (23 specifications)

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

The primary torque specification for engine rebuild on a 2011-2024 Dodge Durango is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

There are 23 torque specifications for engine rebuild on the 2011-2024 Dodge Durango 5.7L V8 Hemi, covering all related fasteners and components.