engine

Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 3.0L V6 · RWD

Units

5 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft sprocket bolt (replace)

Critical

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Crankshaft pulley/balancer bolt (M16, replace, torque + angle)

Critical

148 lb-ft · 200 Nm

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Timing chain tensioner

Critical

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Timing cover bolts (M6)

7 lb-ft · 9 Nm

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Timing cover bolts (M8)

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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