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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1986CAVALIER RS, 2D HATCHBACK, 2.8 W, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICAL2.8L V6 - VINS [S,W,X,9]TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
1986 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 2D Hatchback, 2.8 W, Automatic
Torque Specifications
1986 Chevrolet Cavalier RS, 2D Hatchback, 2.8 W, AutomaticSECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) | |
|---|---|---|
| Camshaft Sprocket | 15-20 (20-27) | |
| Clutch Pressure Plate Bolts | 13-18 (18-24) | |
| Connecting Rod Cap | 34-45 (46-60) | |
| Crankshaft Pulley | 20-30 (27-41) | |
| Crankshaft Pulley Hub | 66-84 (90-114) | |
| Cylinder Head | 70 (90) | |
| Distributor Hold-Down Bolt | 23-27 (32-36) | |
| Engine Strut Bracket | 30-40 (41-54) | |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolt | 19-31 (25-42) | |
| Flex Plate-to-Torque Converter | 25-35 (34-47) | |
| Flywheel-to-Crankshaft Bolts | 45-55 (61-75) | |
| Front Cover Bolts | ||
| 8 mm | 13-22 (18-30) | |
| 10 mm | 20-35 (27-48) | |
| Fuel Rail Bolt | 15-20 (20-27) | |
| Intake Manifold Bolts | ||
| Upper-to-Intermediate | 15-20 (20-27) | |
| Intermediate-to-Lower | 13-18 (18-24) | |
| Lower-to-Cylinder Block | 18-22 (24-30) | |
| Main Bearing Cap | 63-83 (85-112) | |
| Oil Pan (8 mm) | 15-30 (20-41) | |
| Oil Pump | 26-35 (35-48) | |
| Rocker Arm Stud | 43-49 (58-66) | |
| Timing Chain Tensioner | 13-18 (18 24) | |
| Torsional Damper | 66-85 (90-115) | |
| Water Pump | ||
| 8 mm | 13-22 (18-30) | |
| 10 mm | 20-35 (27-48) | |
| Water Pump Pulley | 13-18 (18-24) | |
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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.