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1990 MERCEDES-BENZ 420SEL

4.2L V8 M116RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Guide Torque Specs

for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL 4.2L V8 M116 · RWD
Units

8 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
Critical
55 lb-ft · 75 Nm
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
Critical
130 lb-ft · 176 Nm
Guide Bolts
Critical
18 lb-ft · 24 Nm
Tensioner Bolt
Critical
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Timing Chain Guide Bolts
Critical
Replace if worn
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts
Critical
10 lb-ft · 14 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm
Critical
Tighten in sequence
18 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Tighten in sequence
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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