Mercedes: 300TE head bolt torque, bolt torque, torque sequence


Question
I 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?

Answer
These 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.