Subaru EJ20 / EJ25 Engine Torque Specifications
Cylinder Head Bolts (EJ20 / EJ25)
Torque Sequence: Tighten bolts in a crisscross pattern, starting from the center and working outward.
| Pass | Torque |
|---|---|
| First Pass | 29 Nm (21.4 ft-lb) |
| Second Pass | 69 Nm (50.9 ft-lb) |
| Final Pass | Loosen each bolt 180°, then retighten to 69 Nm (50.9 ft-lb) |
Note: These values are based on the Subaru service manual for the EJ25 engine. subaruforester.org
Additional Torque Specifications
| Component | Torque |
|---|---|
| Main Bearing Caps | 44.6 Nm (32.9 ft-lb) |
| Connecting Rod Bolts | 44.6 Nm (32.9 ft-lb) |
| Camshaft Bearing Caps | 13.6 Nm (10 ft-lb) |
| Flywheel Bolts | 70.3 Nm (51.8 ft-lb) |
| Oil Pan Bolts | 4.7 Nm (3.5 ft-lb) |
| Intake Manifold Bolts | 21.4 Nm (15.8 ft-lb) |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolts | 29.5 Nm (21.8 ft-lb) |
| Spark Plugs | 24.4 Nm (18 ft-lb) |