The torque specs are fairly similar between the Gen 3 Hemi engines. However, there are some differences. Please see the chart below for some of the critical torque specs for your engine.
| Fastener Type | 5.7L | 5.7L Eagle | 6.1L | 6.4L | 6.2L | |
| Main Caps1 | M12 | 20 ft.-lbs. plus 90º | ||||
| M8 | 15 ft.-lbs. then 21 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Connecting Rod Bolts2 | 15 ft.-lbs. plus 90º | 33 ft.-lbs. plus 60º | 30 ft.-lbs. plus 90º | |||
| Cylinder Head Bolts3 | M12 | 25 ft.-lbs. then 40 ft.-lbs. plus 90º | ||||
| M8 | 15 ft.-lbs. then 25 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Rocker Arm Bolts | 195 in.-lbs. | |||||
| Intake Manifold Bolts4 | 9 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Oil Pump, Pickup Tube, and Attaching Bolt | 21 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Oil Pump Cover | 95 in.-lbs. | 133 in.-lbs. | ||||
| Camshaft Sprocket | 90 ft.-lbs. | 70 ft.-lbs. | ||||
| Camshaft Tensioner | 21 ft.-lbs. | 106 in.-lbs. | 21 ft.-lbs. | 106 in.-lbs. | ||
| Lifter Guide Holder | 9 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Chain Case Cover | 21 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Harmonic Balancer | 130 ft.-lbs. | 239 ft.-lbs. | ||||
| Flexpate to Engine | 70 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Flywheel to Engine | 55 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Exhaust Manifold / Header Bolts | 18 ft.-lbs. | 23 ft.-lbs. | ||||
| Piston Oil Cooler Jet Bolt | 10 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Rear Seal Retainer Bolts | 11 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Oil Pan Attaching Bolts | 9 ft.-lbs. | |||||
| Water Pump Bolts | 21 ft.-lbs. | |||||
- Starting with the center main cap and working your way out, tighten each M12 bolt ;to 20 ft.-lbs. Once that is done, repeat the same pattern but this time turn the bolts an additional 90º. Then move on to the M8 cross bolts. Start in the center and tighten each main's cross bolts in two steps.
- Snug each rod cap to the initial torque for your engine. On the second pass, torque to the recommended angle
- Please see our article on Installing your Hemi Heads for more information on the cylinder head bolt torque procedure.
- Starting in the center, tighten the intake manifold bolts in a criss-cross pattern working your way to the outside.
Notes
- Fasteners that list an angle are Torque to Yield (TTY).
- The specs listed are for stock fasteners. If you use ARP or other aftermarket fasteners, follow the instructions that came with your new hardware.