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Ensure you circle all bolt holes with the sealant bead to prevent oil migration past the threads. 3. Housing Alignment and Bolt Insertion Mount the housing onto the engine block locating dowels.
Check the bolt length; if they are stretched, replace them. Cummins Isx Flywheel Housing Torque Specs
Allow the sealant to cure for the recommended time before running the engine. Ensure you circle all bolt holes with the
The sequence is generally a "Star" or "Cross" pattern starting from the center and moving outward. Check the bolt length; if they are stretched, replace them
Tighten in a star or crisscross pattern to ensure even pressure. 2. Flywheel Housing (Small Accessory/Access Cover Bolts) Torque Value: 30 -- 50 ft-lbs (41 -- 68 N•m)
When the housing is not in proper alignment, the holes in the block and housing can become elongated over time due to vibration and stress. This condition requires reaming the bores for larger, oversized dowel pins. Misaligned dowels cause the following problems: