Torque settings for DS19/20/21/23 engine
Posted: July 19, 2019 Filed under: Uncategorized Leave a commentIn answer to often asked questions, the main torque settings for the post-1966 D Model engines are as follows:
All torque settings are in foot-pounds (Ftlbs).
Cylinder head: 22 then 44 (tighten all to 22, then go around again tightening to 44. See below for tightening order)
Main bearings: 70
Big end bearings: 55
Flywheel: 66
Sump: 14
Sump drain plug: 30
Timing chain cover: 14
Timing chain sprocket: 14
Camshaft retaining fork and chain guide: 14
Timing chain tensioner: 8
Banjo bolts on cylinder head oil feed: 14
Valve clearances (best to set these with the engine hot):
COLD: Inlet 0.15mm Exhaust 0.20mm
HOT: Inlet 0.20 Exhaust 0.25mm