engine

Valve Cover Gaskets - Both Torque Specs

for 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML430 W163 4.3L V8 M113 · AWD

Units

7 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Cover Bolts

12 lb-ft · 16 Nm

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Ignition Coil Bolts

6 lb-ft · 8 Nm

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Intake Manifold Bolts

If required

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

Critical

35 lb-ft · 47 Nm

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Spark Plugs - Aluminum Head

Critical

Apply anti-seize to threads

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Spark Plug Tube Seals

Press fit

0 lb-ft · 0 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

Replace gaskets. Check spark plug tube seals.

9 lb-ft · 12 Nm

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