Torque Specifications: 3.8L

1987 Pontiac Sunbird Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION 3.8L
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS (3.8L)

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
CHRA-to-Compressor Housing 13 (18)
CHRA-to-Turbine Housing 15 (20)
Elbow Assy.-to-Turbine Housing 15 (20)
Exhaust Manifold-to-Cylinder Head 37 (50)
Exhaust Pipe Fittings 15 (20)
Intake Manifold-to-Cylinder Head 44 (60)
Stabilizer Bracket Nut & Bolt 22 (30)
Support Bracket-to-Intake Manifold 22 (30)
Throttle Body-to-Compressor Housing 20 (27)
RENDER: 1.0x

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