what is the head torque on a 1996 4.6 northstar?

Question

i have a 1996 cadillac ,4.6 northstar motor what is the torque on the headbolts ? and where can i buy a book on this motor ? auto stores dont have what i need in the books they sell. i work on cars all the time but my first caddy.too clean to junk

i bought new gaskets set but no instructions came with it and cant find info on puting this back together

Answer 1

Step 1 22 lbs.
Step 2 Additional 60 Degrees
Step 3 Additional 60 degrees
Step 4 Additional 60 Degrees (180 Degrees Total)

Answer 2

This is aluminum isn't it? It's got stretch bolts. There's not a torque but there is a torquing technique. You have to tighten to a specification, then turn 90 degrees, then another 90 degrees. Instructions should come with the head gasket set and new bolts.