Mercedes: 300TE head bolt torque, bolt torque, torque sequence
QuestionI have a 300 TE 1990. I am replacing the head gasket, due to small leak by. What is the proper head bolt torquing sequence and value?
AnswerThese links have all the information you need.
M103 Cylinder Head Bolt did not torque up like others. Stripped?
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=220572#post220572
300TE - M103 Head Bolts
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?p=220572#post220572
MB Tech Manuals from MBUSA cost $19.99 plus S&H
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=142445
The torque sequence starts in the middle of head and spirals out in three passes.