1993 Alfa Romeo 164 fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreEngine tightening torques

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


2.0 T.S. (164.H3) with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 142 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft17–21 N⋅m
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 172 HP engine (1987.10–1998.9)	12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft17–21 N⋅m
2.0 V6 Turbo (164.K3) with gasoline V6 2.0 L 198 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
2.5 V6 with gasoline V6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.01–16.96 lbf⋅ft14.01–16.96 lbf⋅ft19–23 N⋅m

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2.0 T.S. (164.H3) with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 142 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	89.25–109.9 lbf⋅ft89.25–109.9 lbf⋅ft121–149 N⋅m
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 172 HP engine (1987.10–1998.9)	85.56–94.41 lbf⋅ft85.56–94.41 lbf⋅ft116–128 N⋅m
Use screw-locking compound.
2.0 V6 Turbo (164.K3) with gasoline V6 2.0 L 198 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	101.05–111.37 lbf⋅ft101.05–111.37 lbf⋅ft137–151 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 137 HP engine (1987.6–1998.9)	89.25–109.9 lbf⋅ft89.25–109.9 lbf⋅ft121–149 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
2.5 V6 with gasoline V6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	101.05–111.37 lbf⋅ft101.05–111.37 lbf⋅ft137–151 N⋅m
All other modifications	96.62–111.37 lbf⋅ft96.62–111.37 lbf⋅ft131–151 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft17–21 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold


2.0 T.S. (164.H3) with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 142 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft17–21 N⋅m
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 172 HP engine (1987.10–1998.9)	12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft12.54–15.49 lbf⋅ft17–21 N⋅m
2.0 V6 Turbo (164.K3) with gasoline V6 2.0 L 198 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft22.13–25.81 lbf⋅ft30–35 N⋅m
2.5 V6 with gasoline V6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.01–16.96 lbf⋅ft14.01–16.96 lbf⋅ft19–23 N⋅m

expand_morePower transmission tightening torques

expand_moreClutch

expand_moreClutch pressure plate


2.0 T.S. (164.H3) with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 142 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
2.0 Turbo with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 172 HP engine (1987.10–1998.9)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
2.0 with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 137 HP engine (1987.6–1998.9)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
2.5 TD (164.K2A, 164.K2B) with diesel straight-4 2.5 L 123 HP engine (1992.9–1998.9)	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m
All other modifications	19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft19.18–22.13 lbf⋅ft26–30 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension front tightening torques

expand_moreFront axle brake


Front axle brake caliper	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


M10	39.09–44.25 lbf⋅ft39.09–44.25 lbf⋅ft53–60 N⋅m
M12	73.76–81.13 lbf⋅ft73.76–81.13 lbf⋅ft100–110 N⋅m


Front axle brake disc	4.43–9.59 lbf⋅ft4.43–9.59 lbf⋅ft6–13 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Track rod end on stub axle	21.39–26.55 lbf⋅ft21.39–26.55 lbf⋅ft29–36 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel suspension


Wheel hub wheel bearing	262.57–295.02 lbf⋅ft262.57–295.02 lbf⋅ft356–400 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	57.53–79.66 lbf⋅ft57.53–79.66 lbf⋅ft78–108 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension rear tightening torques

expand_moreRear axle brake


Rear axle brake caliper	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support


M10	39.09–44.25 lbf⋅ft39.09–44.25 lbf⋅ft53–60 N⋅m
M12	73.76–81.13 lbf⋅ft73.76–81.13 lbf⋅ft100–110 N⋅m


Rear axle brake disc	4.43–9.59 lbf⋅ft4.43–9.59 lbf⋅ft6–13 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension


Wheel hub wheel bearing	224.22–247.82 lbf⋅ft224.22–247.82 lbf⋅ft304–336 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	57.53–79.66 lbf⋅ft57.53–79.66 lbf⋅ft78–108 N⋅m

When assembling your 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 it's important to tight threaded fasteners with Alfa Romeo prescribed torques using a torque wrench. If the torque values is lower then prescribed, bolt may unscrew itself and assembly may fall apart. If the torque value is higher then prescribed, bolt may simply break. The torque wrench allows you to tighten all bolts of the assembly with the same torque applied.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1993 Alfa Romeo 164 user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Alfa Romeo warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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