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WP/Timing Cover Torque Specs

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Can anyone tell me the sequence and torque specs for the timing chain cover and water pump? I have the correct bolt patterns (I think), but I don't know the order/torque for them. Thanks!

Tim
 

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No, sorry, don't have actual specs but I can say for the order try to go across the cover to the bolts that are furthest from each other, similar to on a wheel. For tq I would say tight but don't crank on it or you'll break the gasket.
 

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stang22 said:
Can anyone tell me the sequence and torque specs for the timing chain cover and water pump? I have the correct bolt patterns (I think), but I don't know the order/torque for them. Thanks!

Tim
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Tim

Timing cover torque specs 9-11 lb ft
Water Pump torque specs 12-18 lb ft
There is no sequence that shows in the Ford shop Manual, I'd use the method described by 90mustangGT
I can say for the order try to go across the cover to the bolts that are furthest from each other, similar to on a wheel.
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Thanks guys!

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