Step 1: 30 lb-ft. Step 2: +90 degrees. Step 3: +90 degrees. (Verify with specific year manual, some are 22->33->180).
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
180°
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Exhaust Manifold Nuts
Critical
29 lb-ft · 39 Nm
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Intake Manifold Bolts
Critical
21 lb-ft · 28 Nm
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Valve Cover Bolts
Critical
12 lb-ft · 16 Nm
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