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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN1996SW2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS - CYLINDER HEAD
1996 Saturn SW2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7
Fastener Tightening Specifications - Cylinder Head
1996 Saturn SW2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7SECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications - Cylinder Head
NOTICE: The torque specifications in this article have been updated from the GM service information website.
CYLINDER HEAD TORQUE PROCEDURE
a. In sequence, torque the cylinder head bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft.lbs.).
b. In sequence, torque all bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft.lbs.)
c. Install torque angle gage SA9140E (Snap-on Tool 360 or equivalent.)
d. Calibrate gage to zero.
e. In sequence, turn each bolt an additional 90 degrees.
CYLINDER HEAD TORQUE PROCEDURE
Head Bolt Torque Sequence:
a. In sequence, torque the cylinder head bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft.lbs.).
b. In sequence, torque all bolts to 45 Nm (33 ft.lbs.)
c. Install torque angle gage SA9140E (Snap-on Tool 360 or equivalent.)
d. Calibrate gage to zero.
e. In sequence, turn each bolt an additional 90 degrees.
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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.