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2012 GMC SIERRA 2500HD

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Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

for 2012 GMC Sierra 2500HD 6.0L V8 Vortec · 4WD
Units

7 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft Cap Bolts
Critical
Torque sequence
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
Cylinder Head Bolts
Critical
Multi-step + angle
88 lb-ft · 119 Nm
Cylinder Head Bolts (M11)
Critical
TTY Bolts. Step 1: 22 lb-ft. Step 2: 90 deg. Step 3: 90 deg. Spiral sequence.
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
180°
Cylinder Head Bolts (M8)
Critical
Upper row small bolts. Tighten to 22 lb-ft in sequence (inner to outer).
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
Exhaust Manifold Nuts
Critical
34 lb-ft · 46 Nm
Intake Manifold Bolts
Critical
24 lb-ft · 33 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Critical
14 lb-ft · 18 Nm
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