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.
2005 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 L5-2.7L DSL TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Mount
Engine Suspension, Engine Mount, Engine Bracket
Bolt-Engine Bracket to Crankcase (2 stage, torque, torque angle) 20/90± Nm (15, 90° ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Engine Mount to Engine Bracket 55 Nm (40.5 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Front Engine Mount to Front Axle Carrier 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Rear Engine Cross Member to Body 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Rear Engine Mount to Rear Engine Cross Member 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Bolt/Nut-Rear Engine Mount to Transmission 40 N (26 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Shroud to Engine Bracket 10 Nm (88.5 inch lbs.)
Nut-Front Engine Mount to Engine Bracket 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.)
Nut-Engine Mount to Vehicle Frame 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Engine Bracket to Crankcase (2 stage, torque, torque angle) 20/90± Nm (15, 90° ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Engine Mount to Engine Bracket 55 Nm (40.5 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Front Engine Mount to Front Axle Carrier 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Rear Engine Cross Member to Body 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Rear Engine Mount to Rear Engine Cross Member 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
Bolt/Nut-Rear Engine Mount to Transmission 40 N (26 ft. lbs.)
Bolt-Shroud to Engine Bracket 10 Nm (88.5 inch lbs.)
Nut-Front Engine Mount to Engine Bracket 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.)
Nut-Engine Mount to Vehicle Frame 35 Nm (26 ft. 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.