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What is the 90 degree tightening method for cylinder head bolts?

2026-09-12 08:51:15 admin 31
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Preface


The 90 degree tightening method (torque+angle method) for cylinder head bolts is a commonly used plastic domain tightening process in modern engines: first tighten to the specified base torque, then rotate uniformly by 90 degrees to allow the bolts to enter the plastic deformation zone, obtain stable and uniform pre tightening force, and ensure cylinder head sealing and strength.

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PART 01

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核心原理

Core Principle

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  • First, tighten the torque wrench to the basic torque, eliminate the gap, and unify the starting point.

  • Rotate the bolt by another 90 ° to induce plastic elongation, resulting in a more stable pre tightening force that is not affected by friction and a more reliable seal.

  • Most of them are disposable bolts that usually need to be replaced after disassembly and cannot be reused.

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PART 02

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Standard operating procedures

Standard Operating Procedures

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  • Preparations

  • Replace the new cylinder gasket and install it in the direction

    indicated (TOP/OBEN).

  • Apply a thin layer of engine oil to the bolt threads and head support

    surface to reduce friction and ensure accurate torque.

  • Operate according to the tightening sequence diagram in the

    maintenance manual (middle → sides, symmetrical cross).

01

Step one

Step One        

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Use a torque wrench to tighten all bolts to the specified base torque 

in sequence.

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02

Step two

Step two        

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Mark the corresponding positions of each bolt head and cylinder 

head, and draw a straight line with paint to align them


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03

Step three

Step Three     

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Tighten 90 ° in the same order, use an angle gauge/wrench to rotate 

each bolt another 90 °, so that the marking lines are offset by 90 °.


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04

Final inspection


Final inspection 

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Confirm that all bolts have completed a 90 ° angle and cannot 

be re tightened or re tightened.



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PART 03

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三、Key precautions

TECHNICAL REPORT

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  • Bolts must be new: Plastic deformed bolts must be replaced after disassembly, as old bolts are prone to breakage and insufficient pre tightening force.


  • The angle must be accurate: 90 ° is the final value, and twisting too much or too little will affect the sealing and strength.


  • Torque+rotation angle: Do not only look at torque without looking at angle, nor skip the basic torque and directly twist the angle.


  • Loosening sequence: When disassembling, reverse the tightening sequence and loosen step by step to avoid cylinder head warping. (The bolt tightening sequence shown in the manual)

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