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Old Apr 10, 2017 | 03:24 PM
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Default Re: Leaking oil out of...

Originally Posted by GraphiteGhost
AND, pay close attention to the torque on those screws. If I am not mistaken, they may need to be replaced. If not, make sure you do not 'overtorque' them (very low setting in the inch pounds).

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The torque setting for the aluminum screws in the breather covers is 4 N.m = 35.4 in-lb = 2.95 ft-lb.
The torque setting for the steel screws on the valve covers is 8 N.m = 71 in-lb = 6.0 ft-lb (7 ft-lb in our Service Manual).
Source; http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...ml#post7941161
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