2004-2011 Volvo V50 Short Block Replacement Torque Specs

2.4L I5

Applies to 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 Volvo V50

Labor Time:15 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Transmission-to-Engine Bolts	55	41	—

The primary torque specification for short block replacement on a 2004-2011 Volvo V50 is 45 Nm (33 lb-ft). Note: TTY - critical torque plus angle

There are 16 torque specifications for short block replacement on the 2004-2011 Volvo V50 2.4L I5, covering all related fasteners and components.