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2000 FORD TAURUS

3.0L V6 VulcanFWDAUTOMATICgas
8 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor477Torque3837Fluid6DTC724Battery1Maintenance0Recalls8
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Timing Chain Guide Torque Specs

for 2000 Ford Taurus 3.0L V6 Vulcan · FWD
Units

8 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft Sprocket Bolt
Critical
58 lb-ft · 78 Nm
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt
Critical
137 lb-ft · 185 Nm
Guide Bolts
Critical
19 lb-ft · 26 Nm
Tensioner Bolt
Critical
16 lb-ft · 21 Nm
Timing Chain Guide Bolts
Critical
Replace if worn
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts
Critical
11 lb-ft · 14 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm
Critical
Tighten in sequence
18 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Tighten in sequence
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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