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2016 RAM 1500

5.7L V8 Hemi4WDAUTOMATICgas
17 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

for 2016 Ram 1500 5.7L V8 Hemi · 4WD
Units

7 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft Cap Bolts
Critical
Torque sequence
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
Cylinder Head Bolts
Critical
Multi-step + angle
88 lb-ft · 119 Nm
Cylinder Head Bolts (M12)
Critical
Step 1: 25 lb-ft. Step 2: 40 lb-ft. Step 3: +90 degrees. Tighten in sequence.
25 lb-ft · 34 Nm
90°
Cylinder Head Bolts (M8)
Critical
Step 1: 15 lb-ft. Step 2: 25 lb-ft. Upper row.
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Exhaust Manifold Nuts
Critical
34 lb-ft · 46 Nm
Intake Manifold Bolts
Critical
24 lb-ft · 33 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Critical
14 lb-ft · 18 Nm
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