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2021 GMC ACADIA

3.6L V6•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls

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Variable Valve Timing Actuator Torque Specs

for 2021 GMC Acadia 3.6L V6 · FWD

Units

12 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Cam Phaser Bolt

Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary

48 lb-ft · 65 Nm

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt

Hold cam with wrench on hex

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Cover Bolts

14 lb-ft · 19 Nm

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Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

Often TTY - check spec, may require impact

133 lb-ft · 180 Nm

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Gasket Bolts

17 lb-ft · 23 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

40 lb-ft · 55 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

23 lb-ft · 31 Nm

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Sensor Bolts

9 lb-ft · 12 Nm

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Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt

Install with pin/clip to compress

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm

Tighten in sequence

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

Tighten in sequence

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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VVT Solenoid Bolt

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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