Torque Specifications

1988 Chevrolet Step Van P20, 7.4 W, Automatic, 475/M40SECTION Torque Specifications
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Bellhousing Bolt 30 (40)
Camshaft Gear Bolt 75 (102)
Camshaft Thrust Plate Bolt 17 (23)
Connecting Rod Nut 48 (65)
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt 30 (40)
Cylinder Head Bolt
Step 1 20 (27)
Step 2 (1) 50 (68)
Exhaust Manifold Bolt 26 (35)
Flywheel Bolt 65 (88)
Front Cover Bolt 33 (45)
Glow Plugs 10 (14)
Injection Lines 19 (25)
Injection Nozzle 50 (68)
Injection Pump Retaining Nut 30 (40)
Injection Pump Gear Bolt 20 (26)
Injection Pump Gear Baffle Bolt 33 (45)
Intake Manifold Bolt 31 (42)
Lifter Guide Plate Bolt 18 (26)
Main Bearing Cap Bolt
Inner 110 (150)
Outer 100 (135)
Oil Pump Drive Clamp Bolt 31 (42)
Oil Pump Retaining Bolt 65 (88)
Rocker Arm Cover Bolt 16 (22)
Rocker Arm Shaft Bolt 40 (55)
Thermostat Housing Bolt 35 (48)
Vibration Damper Bolt 200 (270)
Water Crossover-to-Head Bolt 31 (42)
Water Pump-to-Cover Bolt 31 (42)
Water Pump Plate-to-Cover Bolt 16 (22)
Water Pump Plate-to-Pump Bolt 16 (22)
Vacuum Pump Retaining Bolt 31 (42)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)Β 
Oil Pan Bolt
Rear 2 Bolts 84 (10)
All Others 204 (23)
(1) Then tighten an additional 90 degrees.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.