Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specifications

2004-2012 GMC Canyon 2.8L I4

Labor Time:18 hours

Torque Values (34 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ 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
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
⚠️ 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	93	68	Multi-step + angle
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	93	68	Multi-step + angle
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	36	26	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	36	26	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	26	19	—
Intake Manifold Bolts	26	19	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Mounting Bolts	10	7	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	10	7	—
⚠️ 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
VVT Solenoid Bolt	10	7	—
VVT Solenoid Bolt	10	7	—
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 head gaskets - both on a 2004-2012 GMC Canyon?

The primary torque specification for head gaskets - both on a 2004-2012 GMC Canyon is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). Note: Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes

How many torque specs are there for GMC Canyon head gaskets - both?

There are 34 torque specifications for head gaskets - both on the 2004-2012 GMC Canyon 2.8L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.