Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Chrysler Sebring Convertible V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Intake Manifold
INTAKE MANIFOLD
Lower Intake Manifold
- Gradually tighten in sequence shown until a torque of 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.) is obtained.
Upper Intake Manifold
- Tighten bolts gradually starting in the center working outward until a torque of 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.) is obtained.
THROTTLE BODY
CAUTION: The throttle body must be torqued in a mandatory torque sequence. Tighten in a criss - cross pattern to specification.
Tighten the three bolts and one stud in a mandatory torque criss - cross pattern sequence to 5.5 Nm (50 in. lbs.)
Lower Intake Manifold
- Gradually tighten in sequence shown until a torque of 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.) is obtained.
Upper Intake Manifold
- Tighten bolts gradually starting in the center working outward until a torque of 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.) is obtained.
THROTTLE BODY
CAUTION: The throttle body must be torqued in a mandatory torque sequence. Tighten in a criss - cross pattern to specification.
Tighten the three bolts and one stud in a mandatory torque criss - cross pattern sequence to 5.5 Nm (50 in. lbs.)
Factory Service Tools
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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.