Fifth Avenue V6-231 3.8L VIN L FI (1992)
5. Tighten head bolt number 9 Fig. 11 to 33 Nm (25 ft.lbs.) after head bolts 1 thorough 8 have been tightened to specifications.
6. Inspect push rods and replace worn or bent rods.
Fig. 12 Rocker Arm Shaft Retainers
7. Install rocker arm and shaft assemblies with the stamped steel retainers in the four positions, tighten to 28 Nm (250 in.lbs.) Fig. 12.
WARNING: The rocker arm shaft should be torqued down slowly, starting with the center most bolts. Allow 20 minutes tappet bleed
down time after installation of rocker shafts before engine operation.
8. Place new cylinder head cover gaskets in position and install cylinder head covers. Tighten to 12 Nm (105 in. lbs.).
INTAKE MANIFOLD SEALING
The intake manifold gasket is a one-piece stamped steel gasket with a sealer applied from the manufacturer. This gasket has end seals incorporated
with it.
WARNING: Intake manifold gasket is made of very thin metal and may cause personal injury, handle with care.
1. Clean all surfaces of cylinder block and cylinder heads.
Fig. 13 Intake Manifold Gasket Sealing
2. Place a drop ( about 1/4 in. diameter) of Mopar Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent, onto each of the four manifold to cylinder head
gasket corners Fig. 13.
