6.2L V8 LS3•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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engine

Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2009 Pontiac G8 6.2L V8 LS3 · RWD

Units

7 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolts✓ Verified

Critical

26 lb-ft · 35 Nm

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolts (3-Bolt Conversion)★ OEM verified

Critical

If using 3-bolt cam: 26 lb-ft + thread locker.

26 lb-ft · 35 Nm

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt (Single Bolt)★ OEM verified

Critical

Many Gen 4 use single bolt cam. 55 lb-ft + 50 degrees.

55 lb-ft · 75 Nm

50°

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Crankshaft balancer bolt (M16, single-use)✓ Verified

Critical

245 lb-ft · 332 Nm

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Front Cover Bolt✓ Verified

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Oil pan-to-front cover bolts✓ Verified

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Timing Chain Tensioner★ OEM verified

Leaf spring style tensioner on most Gen 4.

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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