1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid Lifters/Tappets - All Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Dodge Intrepid

Labor Time:6 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ 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 Position Sensor	10	7	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for lifters/tappets - all on a 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). Note: Tighten in sequence, 3 passes

There are 14 torque specifications for lifters/tappets - all on the 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.