valve cover torque spec

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Jul 28, 2010 | 05:01 PM

jimmyray447

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From: Erie, PA

Year: 2001

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 I6

valve cover torque spec

does anybody know what the torque spec of the valve cover bolts??? thats the last thing i need and i'm done.....

thank you.

Jul 28, 2010 | 05:53 PM

rich

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Hand tight with a 3/8 inch rachet only

Jul 28, 2010 | 06:23 PM

ol"blue

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Originally Posted by jimmyray447

does anybody know what the torque spec of the valve cover bolts??? thats the last thing i need and i'm done.....

thank you.

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Originally Posted by rich

Hand tight with a 3/8 inch rachet only

That pretty well covers it.
The book calls for 85 in. lbs. for your '01. So you better take it easy.
It's very easy to over-tighten these and damage the gasket.

Jul 28, 2010 | 07:55 PM

jimmyray447

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thanks for the help guys i appreciate it.

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