Mitsubishi — Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening
Repair & overhaul
From a Mitsubishi owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Procedure
- Tighten cylinder head bolts of a new tractor after 50 hours operation.
- When the old gasket is replaced with a new one, tighten bolts to specified torque.
- Follow the tightening sequence shown in the figure.
- First tightening should be half the specified torque, then tighten further to specified torque.
- After tightening the cylinder head bolts, adjust the valve clearances.
Tools required
- Torque wrench Amazon
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Specs & values
- Cylinder head bolt tightening torque 13~14 kg-m (93~107 ft-lb)
Source: Mitsubishi owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.