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1990-2005 Mercury Sable Timing Chain Torque Specs

3.0L V6

Applies to 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005 Mercury Sable

Labor Time:8 hours
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Torque Values (25 specifications)

ComponentNmlb-ftNotes
6548Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
1410Tighten in sequence, 3 passes | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
1410Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
107⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
8059Hold cam with wrench on hex | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
1813
107⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
180133Often TTY - check spec, may require impact | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
75
2216Clean mating surfaces
2619
5037
3526Use new crush washer | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
129⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
118
2116
129Replace if worn | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
2518⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
2518Install with pin/clip to compress | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
1411
4533Tighten in sequence | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
107Tighten in sequence | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
2518Tighten in sequence | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
107⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
107Tighten in sequence | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for timing chain on a 1990-2005 Mercury Sable?

The primary torque specification for timing chain on a 1990-2005 Mercury Sable is 65 Nm (48 lb-ft). Note: Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL

How many torque specs are there for Mercury Sable timing chain?

There are 25 torque specifications for timing chain on the 1990-2005 Mercury Sable 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.