Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280E 2.8L I6 · RWD

Units

3 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft sprocket bolt

Critical

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Crankshaft center bolt (harmonic balancer)

Critical

236 lb-ft · 320 Nm

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Cylinder head bolts (final stage, cold)

Critical

66 lb-ft · 90 Nm

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