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Torque Wrench
I recommend using a torque wrench on this job because the pan bolts are low torque and you don’t want to crush the gasket or create a leak. I set mine to 89 inch-pounds and tighten in a crisscross/star pattern to seat everything evenly.
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Pros
- +Helps hit the correct 89 in-lb spec on the pan fasteners
- +Reduces the chance of leaks from uneven tightening
Cons
- -Some bolts are hard to reach, so a smaller torque wrench may be needed
