2009-2012 Ram 1500 Head Gasket - Single Torque Specs

4.7L V8

Applies to 2009, 2010, 2011, and 2012 Ram 1500

Labor Time:15.6 hours

Torque Values (20 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	16	12	Torque sequence
Camshaft Cap Bolts	16	12	Torque sequence
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	20 +90°	15	1) 15 lb-ft. 2) 35 lb-ft. 3) +90 degrees.
Cylinder Head Bolts	20 +90°	15	1) 15 lb-ft. 2) 35 lb-ft. 3) +90 degrees.
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	34	25	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	34	25	—
Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
Intake Manifold Bolts	24	18	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	24	18	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Valve Cover Bolts	14	10	—
Valve Cover Bolts	14	10	—

The primary torque specification for head gasket - single on a 2009-2012 Ram 1500 is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft). Note: Torque sequence

There are 20 torque specifications for head gasket - single on the 2009-2012 Ram 1500 4.7L V8, covering all related fasteners and components.