engine

Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

for 2017 Acura ILX 2.4L I4 · FWD

Units

11 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft Cap Bolts

Critical

Torque sequence

12 lb-ft · 16 Nm

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Cover Bolts

12 lb-ft · 16 Nm

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Cylinder Head Bolts

Critical

Step 1: 29 lb-ft. Step 2: +90 degrees. Step 3: +90 degrees. Tighten in sequence. Use new bolts.

29 lb-ft · 39 Nm

180°

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Cylinder Head Bolts (Older/Reuse)

Critical

If reusing bolts (not recommended): Step 1: 29 lb-ft. Step 2: +90 deg. Step 3: +90 deg. Verify length.

29 lb-ft · 39 Nm

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Electrical Connector Bolts

5 lb-ft · 7 Nm

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Exhaust Manifold Nuts

Critical

25 lb-ft · 34 Nm

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Gasket Surface Bolts

Critical

Clean mating surfaces

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Intake Manifold Bolts

Critical

18 lb-ft · 24 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

Critical

35 lb-ft · 47 Nm

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Sensor Mounting Bolts

8 lb-ft · 11 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

Critical

10 lb-ft · 14 Nm

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2017 ACURA ILX

11 fasteners