6.5 Torque specs
This document provides a comprehensive list of torque specifications for various components of the 6.5TD engine. Proper torque settings are crucial for ensuring the reliability and performance of the engine. Please refer to the specifications below for accurate torque values.
Torque Specifications
All torque values are given in foot-pounds (Ft-lbs) unless otherwise noted.
Camshaft
Camshaft sprocket bolt: 126 Ft-lbs
Camshaft thrust plate bolt: 17 Ft-lbs
Connecting Rods
Connecting rod cap nuts: 48 Ft-lbs
Crankshaft
Crankshaft damper bolt: 200 Ft-lbs
Crankshaft pulley bolts: 30 Ft-lbs
Cylinder Head Studs
For standard ARP head studs:
First step: 30 Ft-lbs
Second step: 60 Ft-lbs
Third step (repeated until all studs have settled in): 120 Ft-lbs
For ARP 2000 PRO head studs:
30 Ft-lbs, 60 Ft-lbs, 90 Ft-lbs, 125 Ft-lbs
Engine Assembly
Engine block to transmission: 30 Ft-lbs
Engine mount to cylinder block bolts: 75 Ft-lbs
Engine mount to frame bolts: 50 Ft-lbs
Exhaust manifold bolts: 26 Ft-lbs
Flywheel/Driveplate bolts: 65 Ft-lbs
Fuel injection pump mounting nuts: 31 Ft-lbs
Front cover bolts: 33 Ft-lbs
Fuel Injector to cylinder head: 50 Ft-lbs
Glow plug: 156 inch-lbs
Hydraulic lifter guide plate bolts: 18 Ft-lbs
Injector line fitting: 18 Ft-lbs
Injector nozzles: 50 Ft-lbs
Injector pump gear bolts: 17 Ft-lbs
Injector pump gear nuts: 31 Ft-lbs
Intake manifold bolts: 31 Ft-lbs
Main Bearing Cap all 12mm (506 is different)
Inner: 110 Ft-lbs
Outer: 100 Ft-lbs
Oil System
Oil pump drive-clamp bolt: 31 Ft-lbs
Oil pump cover screws: 12 Ft-lbs
Oil pump to bearing cap bolts: 65 Ft-lbs
Oil pan to crankcase bolts (all except 2 rear): 84 inch-lbs
Oil pan to crankcase bolts (two rear): 17 Ft-lbs
Oil pan to timing cover bolts: 84 inch-lbs
Oil pan drain bolt: 20 Ft-lbs
Oil cooler lines to oil filter base: 12 Ft-lbs
Oil cooler lines to radiator: 25 Ft-lbs
Additional Components
Pulley to vibration damper bolts: 20 Ft-lbs
Rocker arm shaft bolts: 40 Ft-lbs
Thermostat housing bolts: 31 Ft-lbs
Timing cover bolts: 33 Ft-lbs
Turbocharger to exhaust manifold bolts: 37 Ft-lbs
Vacuum pump clamp bolt: 31 Ft-lbs
Valve cover bolts: 16 Ft-lbs
Vibration damper bolt: 200 Ft-lbs
Water pump plate to water pump bolts: 17 Ft-lbs
Water pump to front cover bolts: 32 Ft-lbs
Water pump plate to front cover bolts: 17 Ft-lbs
For any further inquiries or clarifications regarding these specifications, please contact Quadstar Tuning LLC.