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Guys i am trying to find the lower intake manifold torque specs for my mustang. Any of you guys know them? I torqed it using my air compressor and well i have to redo it. The car hasnt been started at all so it should be ok but i still gotta do it correctly. Thanks
 

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You need to buy a Chilton or a Haynes manual. Not only is there a torque rating for the bolts, but there is a tightening sequence, too. See below.

Sequence Step:

Step 1 96 in-lbs
Step 2 16ft-lbs
Step 3 23-25 ft-lbs

In the three steps, tighten the bolts in the order shown below:

 
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