1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid Valve Adjustment Torque Specs

3.2L V6

Applies to 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004 Dodge Intrepid

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (10 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Valve Lash Adjusting Screw Lock Nut	20	15	Hold screw while tightening

The primary torque specification for valve adjustment on a 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 10 torque specifications for valve adjustment on the 1998-2004 Dodge Intrepid 3.2L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.