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2008 Acura TL V6-3.2L
System Specifications
2008 Acura TL V6-3.2LSECTION System Specifications
Timing Components
Timing belt/chain tensioner torque
Crankshaft pulley/timing gear mounting bolt torque
1) Hold the pulley with the holder handle (A) and holder attachment (B). Torque the bolt to 65 N-m (6.5 kgf-m, 48 lbf-ft) with a torque wrench and heavy duty 19 mm socket (C).
2) Mark the bolt head (D) and crankshaft pulley (E) as shown, then tighten the bolt an additional 60° (The mark on the bolt head lines up with the mark on the crankshaft pulley).
Timing cover torque
Install the lower cover.
Install the front upper cover (A) and rear upper cover (B).
Timing belt/chain tensioner torque
Crankshaft pulley/timing gear mounting bolt torque
1) Hold the pulley with the holder handle (A) and holder attachment (B). Torque the bolt to 65 N-m (6.5 kgf-m, 48 lbf-ft) with a torque wrench and heavy duty 19 mm socket (C).
2) Mark the bolt head (D) and crankshaft pulley (E) as shown, then tighten the bolt an additional 60° (The mark on the bolt head lines up with the mark on the crankshaft pulley).
Timing cover torque
Install the lower cover.
Install the front upper cover (A) and rear upper cover (B).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.