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Mitsubishi — Tightening Cylinder Head Bolts

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From a Mitsubishi service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Observe specified tightening sequence.

Procedure

  1. Apply engine oil to threads and seat surfaces.
  2. Tighten bolts to snug torque 294±14.7 N·m in sequence.
  3. Turn each bolt 30±1.5°.
  4. Turn again 30±1.5° (total 60±3°).
  5. Loosen all bolts and retighten according to angle method.
  6. After tightening all, further turn 30±1.5°.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Final 539±27 N·m [Wet], 2-step tightening method

Source: Mitsubishi service 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.

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