engine

Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

for 2007 Lincoln MKX 3.7L V6 · FWD

Units

13 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft Cap Bolts

Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes

10 lb-ft · 14 Nm

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt

Hold cam with wrench on hex

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

Often TTY - check spec, may require impact

133 lb-ft · 180 Nm

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Cylinder Head Bolts

Multi-step + angle

65 lb-ft · 88 Nm

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Exhaust Manifold Nuts

25 lb-ft · 34 Nm

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Intake Manifold Bolts

18 lb-ft · 24 Nm

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Oil Drain Plug

Use new crush washer

26 lb-ft · 35 Nm

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Rocker Arm Bolts

Tighten with cam lobe pointing away

22 lb-ft · 30 Nm

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Sensor Mounting Bolts

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt

Install with pin/clip to compress

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm

Tighten in sequence

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

Tighten in sequence

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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VVT Solenoid Bolt

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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2007 LINCOLN MKX

13 fasteners