7.3L Power Stroke (turbo diesel) torque specs
94.5-97 F-250/350. Chassis and wheels are on the torque hub.
| Fastener | Torque |
|---|---|
| Oil drain plug | 20 ft-lb (M12) |
| Valve cover bolts | 8 ft-lb (96-98 in-lb) Do not over-tighten — gaskets crush. |
| Glow plugs | 14 ft-lb (124 in-lb) |
| Injector hold-down bolts | 120 in-lb (~10 ft-lb) Inch-pounds. TSB 95-18-10. |
| Oil cooler / filter header bolts | 18 ft-lb |
| CMP / CPS sensor bolt | 18 ft-lb |
| Water pump bolts | 18 ft-lb |
| Exhaust manifold to head | 45 ft-lb |
| Head bolts | 65, then 85, then 105 ft-lb in sequence OBS 94.5-97 procedure (higher final than 99-03 Super Duty). Verify against that year's FSM; replace TTY bolts. |
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