valve cover torque bolt torque specs

2005 NISSAN ALTIMA
76,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MYBOTOITCHY
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What is the proper valve cover torque specs for this car? I know you have to torque in 2 stages, but the difference in torque specs is quite a big difference.

I would like a definite torque number and not "torque between 6 and 26 in lbs" answer if possible.

Thanks
Apr 13, 2014 at 5:51 PM
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Hello,

I have found some diagrams and some diagrams (below) to help you get the job done. This guide will give you an idea on how to do it. The diagrams below is on your car. (The torque is in inch pounds)

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-valve-cover-gasket

Rocker cover bolt tightening 1st step : 1.0 - 2.9 Nm (0.1 - 0.3 kg-m, 9 - 26 inch lbs.)
Rocker cover bolt tightening 2nd step: 7.4 - 9.3 Nm (0.75 - 0.95 kg-m, 65 - 82 inch lbs.)

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Jun 17, 2017 at 6:27 PM
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RAPSODY MENO
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I need top torque specifications for runx shape Corolla 1.4
Nov 1, 2018 at 11:18 PM
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Please post your new question here, you must be logged in.

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Cheers, Ken
Nov 2, 2018 at 11:57 AM