How to re-torque?

[34_South]

Plan to replace my exhaust manifolds.

The manual states to re-torque the manifold bolts after the engine has reached normal operating temperature.

So, when re-torquing does one:
1. Loosen the bolts just ever so slightly before torquing them? or
2. Just torque them at the appropriate ft/lbs without easing the bolts at all?

Thanks,
34S.

 

[meesh]

Re: How to re-torque?

Go with #2