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Cylinder Head Bolt Loosening Sequence (VIN S)
The cylinders heads, of the 3.0L DOHC engine, have to be loosened in the recommended sequence above.
IMPORTANT: Loosen each cylinder head bolt 1/4 of a turn (in other words: 90° of a turn). Don't loosen each bolt all at once as you're loosening them (or you'll warp the cylinder head). Repeat loosening them 1/4 of a turn, in sequence, till they're all loosened.
Cylinder Head Bolt Torque Specifications (DOHC VIN S)
The illustration above shows the cylinder head bolt tightening sequence.
NOTE: Install the cylinder head gasket without any type of sealer.
| Cylinder Head Bolt Torque Specifications (3.0L DOHC) | |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | 27-32 Ft. Lbs. (37-43 N.m) |
| Step 2 | Loosen 85° - 95° |
| Step 3 | Loosen one complete turn (360°) |
| Step 3 | 27-32 Ft. Lbs. (37-43 N.m) |
| Step 4 | Additional turn of 85° - 95° |
| Step 5 | Additional turn of 85° - 95° |
More 3.0L Ford Tutorials
You cand find many more ‘how to test’ tutorials for your 3.0L Ford Taurus (3.0L Mercury Sable) in these two indexes:
Here's a sample of the tutorials you'll find in the indexes:
- How To Test The TPS -1994-1995 3.0L Ford Taurus.
- Constant Control Relay Module Pinout (1996-1997 3.0L Ford Taurus).
- How To Test The Alternator (1994-1995 3.0L Ford Taurus).
- How To Test The Fuel Injectors (1991-1995 3.0L Ford Taurus).
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