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2011 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 W164

3.5L V6 M272AWDAUTOMATICgas
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Head Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

for 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350 W164 3.5L V6 M272 · AWD
Units

8 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Cam Adjuster Solenoid
Replace O-ring when reinstalling.
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
Camshaft Bearing Caps
Critical
Tighten evenly in sequence to seat camshaft.
11 lb-ft · 15 Nm
Camshaft Cap Bolts
Critical
Torque sequence
14 lb-ft · 19 Nm
Cylinder Head Bolts
Critical
1) 20 Nm. 2) 50 Nm. 3) +90 degrees. 4) +90 degrees.
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
180°
Cylinder Head Bolts (M11)
Critical
REPLACE BOLTS. Step 1: 15 lb-ft. Step 2: +90°. Step 3: +90°. Tighten in sequence from center outward.
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
90°
Exhaust Manifold Nuts
Critical
29 lb-ft · 39 Nm
Intake Manifold Bolts
Critical
21 lb-ft · 28 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Critical
12 lb-ft · 16 Nm
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