1990-2005 Mercury Sable Timing Chain Kit Torque Specs

3.0L V6

Applies to 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Mercury Sable

Labor Time:9 hours

Torque Values (20 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Cam Phaser Bolt	65	48	Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Guide Bolts	26	19	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Tensioner Bolt	21	16	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
⚠️ Timing Chain Idler Sprocket	25	18	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts	14	11	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 10mm	45	33	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 6mm	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for timing chain kit on a 1990-2005 Mercury Sable is 65 Nm (48 lb-ft). Note: Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary

There are 20 torque specifications for timing chain kit on the 1990-2005 Mercury Sable 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.