(1995-98) 3800 Gen 2 Three steps: 37 ft/lbs: +130 degrees: + 30 degrees (Center 4 only)
(1999-05) 3800 Gen 2 Two steps: 37 ft/lbs: + 120 degrees
According to the GL-1000 shop manual Cylinder head bold torque is 38-41 ft-lbs.
Torque Sequence 1993 3.8 Cougar; Looking at Engine from front of car the lower bolts are 7 3 1 5 upper bolts are 8 4 2 6. Step 1; Torque in Sequence to 37 FT./ LBS Step 2;Torque in Seq. To 45 FT./LBS. Step 3; Torque in Seq. To 52 FT,/LBS. Step4; Torque in Seq. To 59 FT./LBS. Step 5; Back off all bolts in Torque Sequence 2-3 turns. Step 6; Retorque all Bolts in Sequence 11-18 FT/LBS. Step7; Rotate Long Bolts 85-105 Degrees, Short Bolts 65-85 Degrees in Sequence. Recheck final Torque in Sequence. When replacing Head Gasket Besure To Replace all Head Bolts. Hope I Have Helped -u-. "Odie" OdiebuiltMC@aol.com
Torque setting for 7.3/6.9 IDI Diesel Connecting Rod Bolts Stage 1 - 38 ft/lbs Stage 2 - 51 ft/lbs Head Bolt torque is in stages, snug/60/90/110 ft/lbs.
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from a Toyota techfrom a Toyota tech. torque with torque wrench to 38 ft/lbs. then mark bolts with white paint like white out and turn additional 90 degrees. then another 90 degrees
38 20+3 = 23 23+6=29 29+9=38
34-38 lbs/ft
The Aerostar never had a 3.8 liter. It had a 4.0 or a 3.0. So maybe you need to improve the question.
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Hi lux 1977-1996 engine code 2L Torque settings stage 1. 38 newton metres stage 2. 78 newton metres stage 3. +90 degrees stage 4. +90 degrees Sequence . 12 4 6 14 . 18 10 2 8 16 . 15 7 1 9 17 . 13 5 3 11 Bolts 18 & 15 are nearest to the flywheel side of engine I hope this helps Mike 2
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As with most bolts, removing these bolts requires them to be turned counterclockwise as you look at the bolt head. Many times they are rusted in place. The best way to remove them is with an impact gun and a 5/8" hex impact socket.