On my 1MZFE, installation torque is 12 ft-lbs with threads and bolt heads oiled. I removed just the end cap to apply FIPG as part of replacing the VC gaskets. I didn't measure the removal torque but it sure was a heckuva lot more than 12 ft-lbs. Is it normal for the removal torque to be so much higher than the installation torque? There obviously isn't any threadlocker or rust on the bolts, so why so much extra torque to break them loose?
Should I loosen and re-torque all of the bearing caps or can I just reinstall the end cap? Thanks.
Should I loosen and re-torque all of the bearing caps or can I just reinstall the end cap? Thanks.
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