I need the torque specs for a 94 3.8 v6 engine.
Im looking for the head bolt specs and rocker bolt specs.

Thanks

 

Here is more than you asked for, but you can print and always have it.
1994 Ford Taurus V6-232 3.8L







Vehicle LevelEngine, Cooling and ExhaustEngineSpecificationsTorque Specifications









Torque Specifications



Notes



Camshaft Sprocket to Camshaft - Bolt
20-30 Nm

Connecting Rod - Nut
41-49 Nm

Coolant Temp. Switch
11-16 Nm

Crankshaft Damper to Crankshaft - Bolt
125-165 Nm

Crankshaft Pulley to Damper - Bolt
26-38 Nm

Cylinder Head Bolt


























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Note: Torque in sequence: 20 N.m (15 lb-ft), 40 N.m (30 lb-ft), 50 N.m (37 lb-ft), Loosen bolts 2-3 turns, Retorque Long bolts to 40-50 N.m (30-37 lb-ft), Short bolts to 20-30 N.m (15-22 lb-ft), Rotate All bolts an additional 175-185 degrees (1/2 turn).

Distributor Cap
2.0-2.6 Nm

Distributor Hold-Down Bolt
27-40 Nm

Distributor Rotor
2.8-3.9 Nm

ECT Sensor
8-13 Nm

EGR Spacer to Intake Manifold - Bolt
8-12 Nm

EGR Valve to EGR Spacer - Nut
20-30 Nm

Flywheel to Crankshaft - Bolt
73-87 Nm

Front Cover to Cylinder Block - Bolt
20-30 Nm

Fuel Pump to Front Cover - Bolt
20-30 Nm

Fuel Tube Fitting
20-24 Nm

Fuel Tube Fitting - Inlet
16-20 Nm

Fuel Tube Fitting - Return
12-16 Nm

Heater Elbow
8.5-13.5 Nm

Heater Tube to Intake Manifold Stud - Bolt
10-15 Nm

Intake Manifold Heat Cross-Over Valve - Bolt
8-12 Nm

Intake Manifold to Cylinder Head - Bolt
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Note: Tighten In Numerical Sequence In Two Seperate Steps 11Nm ( 8lb-ft )15Nm ( 11lb-ft )

Low Level Oil Sensor
27-41 Nm

Main Bearing Cap - Bolt
88-110 Nm

MCT Sensor
8-13 Nm

Oil Filter Adapter to Front Cover - Bolt
25-30 Nm

Oil Filter to Oil Filter Adapter
10-15 Nm
Note: Advance 1/2 turn after the gasket contacts sealing surface.

Oil Inlet Tube to Cylinder Block - Bolt
20-30 Nm

Oil Inlet Tube to Main Bearing Cap - Nut
40-55 Nm

Oil Pan to Cylinder Block - Bolt
9-12 Nm

PVS Valve
8-13 Nm

PVS Valves
8-13 Nm

Rocker Arm Cover to Cylinder Head - Bolts/Studs
9-12 Nm

Rocker Arm Fulcrum to Cylinder Head - Bolt
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Note: Tighten in two steps: A. 7-15 Nm (5.1-11.0 lb ft) B. 25-35 Nm (18.4-25.8 lb ft)

Spark Knock Sensor
20-26.5 Nm

Spark Plug to Cylinder Head
7-15 Nm

Thermactor Check Valve to Intake Manifold
22-26 Nm

Thermostat Housing to Intake Manifold - Bolt
20-30 Nm

Vacuum Fitting to Intake Manifold
17-25 Nm

Vacuum Tree to Intake Manifold
8-13 Nm

Vacuum Tubes to Intake Manifold - Studs/Bolts
10-15 Nm

Water Pump to Front Cover - Bolt
20-30 Nm

Wiring Retainer Bracket - Nut
10-15 Nm

Lower Intake Manifold to Head
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Note: Tighten In Sequence In Numerical Order Two Steps 11Nm ( 8lb-Ft) 15Nm (11Lb-Ft)

Air Supply Tube Clamps
22 Nm

Upper Intake Manifold to Lower Intake Manifold Bolts
32 Nm

Throttle Body to Upper Intake Manifold
25 Nm

Air Bypass Valve to Throttle Body
10 Nm

Throttle Position Sensor to Throttle Body
1.5 Nm

Fuel Pressure Regulator to Fuel Rail Assembly
4 Nm

Fuel Rail Assembly to Intake Manifold
10 Nm

Throttle Cable Bracket to Manifold
17 Nm

Manifold Support Bracket
25 Nm

Alternator Brace to Alternator
51 Nm

Alternator Brace to Water Pump and Upper Manifold
25 Nm

EGR Valve to Upper Manifold
25 Nm

EGR Tube to EGR Valve and Exhaust Manifold
45-65 Nm

A/C Lower Mounting Bracket to Engine Nuts
41-61 Nm

Air Pump Pivot Bolt
40-55 Nm

Air Pump to Support Bracket Bolt
40-55 Nm

Alternator Pivot Bolt
61-75 Nm

Bolt A/C Comp. Mounting (5 Places)
41-61 Nm

Bolt Front Brace to Engine Brace A/C
41-61 Nm

Bracket, Idler Front Attach Bolt Lower
40-55 Nm

Bracket, Idler Front Attach Bolt Upper
70-95 Nm

Bracket, Idler Top Bolt
40-55 Nm

Engine Bracket Reinforcement Brace to Engine Bracket - Bolt (Damper)
47-67 Nm

Engine Bracket Reinforcement Brace to Engine Bracket-Nut (Damper)
80-107 Nm

Front A/C Comp. Plate Nut to Engine Stud (2 places)
41-61 Nm

Front A/C Comp. Plate to Lower A/C Mounting Bracket Bolt
41-61 Nm

Front Brace, A/C to Engine Stud - Nut
20-30 Nm

Idler Bracket to Alternator Top Attaching Flange Bolt
33-36 Nm

Idler Pulley Adv. Bolts (2 Places)
40-55 Nm

Nut Brace to Engine, A/C
20-30 Nm

Support A/C Comp. Mounting Bolt to Bracket Assembly (2 Places)
41-61 Nm

 

thanks man.I asked on another forum, they kept beating around the bush and never answered my questions.

 

Rocker Arm Fulcrum to Cylinder Head - Bolt
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Note: Tighten in two steps: A. 7-15 Nm (5.1-11.0 lb ft) B. 25-35 Nm (18.4-25.8 lb ft)


Are they talking about the bolts that hald the rockers to the head?

 

You got it. Enjoy it. Now all you goptta do is to do it.

 

She's done.
Im going out side to fire her up.

 

Shes purrin. Well almost she has a little hesitation when I hit the gas.Im going to change the spark plugs in the morning.

p.s this was on a lincoln not a taurus.But there the same engines so I came here.