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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 MO 134 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M8	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m


BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 MO 134 HP	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M8	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
M8	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_more218 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2014.9–)

expand_moreM10 × 125 screws


First stage	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage	160–200°160–200°160–200°


M10 × 65 screws	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m


All other modifications	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


M10 × 35 screws	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M6 × 25 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8 × 35 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreVacuum pump

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


M6	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP

expand_moreM8


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 C20 A 134 HP


M8 × 20 screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust gas return valve


M6 × 16 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Exhaust recirculation pipe	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP

expand_moreM6


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	100°100°100°


All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 MO 134 HP	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°


All other modifications	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes.
BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 MO 134 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes.
BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP

expand_moreM5


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	105–135°105–135°105–135°

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP

expand_moreOn exhaust manifold


M8	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Use new parts.

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 C20 A 134 HP

expand_moreOn exhaust manifold


Clamps	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 D20 A 188 HP


Clamps	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP

expand_moreOn exhaust manifold


M8	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Use new parts.

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.
Second stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Tighten new screws in inside-to-outside order.


Turbocharger bracket	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil feed line	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Turbocharger oil return line	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug

expand_moreM14 × 1,5 screws


Locking screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Use sealant.
M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use sealant.
M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreM6 × 30 screws


First stage	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


M8 × 35 screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8 × 35 screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Use sealant.
M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use sealant.
M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Use sealant.

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6 × 30 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8 × 35 screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant pump pulley


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant thermostat housing

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 C20 A 148 HP


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Fan wheel	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Radiator mounting	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Viscous fan clutch	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


M6 × 31 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten gradually and alternately from inside to outside.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP.


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Third stage	loosen by 180°
Fourth stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fifth stage	120°120°120°
Sixth stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreM8 × 40 screws


Seventh stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP, Screws 1 – 8.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreScrew 9


Fourth stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP

expand_moreM8 × 40 screws


Screw 11	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Third stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP.


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Third stage	loosen by 180°
Fourth stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fifth stage	120°120°120°
Sixth stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreM8 × 40 screws


Seventh stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, M12 × 1,5 screws.


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Third stage	loosen by 180°
Fourth stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fifth stage	120°120°120°
Sixth stage	120°120°120°


M8 × 40 screws	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreRocker arm housing


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreRocker bridge

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.


BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications


M12	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreBalance shaft module

expand_moreM12


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	70°70°70°
Fourth stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM9


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley

expand_moreM10 × 65 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreFlywheel


M12 × 1,5 screws	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Use new screws and snug them down crosswise.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP

expand_moreM10 × 85 screws

Figure 6. Engine block, Main bearing, BMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP, M10 × 85 screws.


First stage	Tighten by hand
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°
Fifth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP

expand_moreM10 × 85 screws


First stage	Tighten by hand
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	60°60°60°
Fifth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10 × 1,5 screws


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreVibration damper

expand_moreM10 × 65 screws


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_moreM12


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	65°65°65°

expand_moreM22


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	16°16°16°

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail

expand_moreBearing screws


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	25°25°25°

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


M6 × 22 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


M6 × 22 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M22 × 1,5 screws	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain guide rail

expand_moreBearing screws


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Control drive chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioning rail

expand_moreBearing screws


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


M22 × 1,5 screws	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


On the engine block	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP


On the engine block	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail

expand_moreBearing screws


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreControl unit for intake valve timing


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEccentric shaft for intake valve timing

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP

expand_moreM12


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	65°65°65°

expand_moreM22


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	16°16°16°

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP

expand_moreM12


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	65°65°65°

expand_moreM22


First stage	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Second stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Third stage	16°16°16°

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreTiming case


Locking screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Timing case cover front	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover rear

expand_moreM6


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine lubrication


Oil cooler	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M12 × 1,5 screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.
Oil filter drain plug	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.
Oil filter drain plug	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace the O ring.

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOil filter cover


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.
Second stage	180°180°180°
slacken .
Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Control tensioner

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


Oil filter drain plug	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Second stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Control tensioner

expand_moreAll other modifications


Oil filter drain plug	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOn the engine block


First stage	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOil lines


On the engine block	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Oil pressure sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP

expand_moreM8


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP

expand_moreOnto crankcase


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 MO 134 HP	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP

expand_moreOnto crankcase (M8)


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Tighten screws crosswise.
Second stage	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Charge air pressure sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Crankshaft sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Exhaust gas temperature sensor	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Glow plugs	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Knock sensor	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreAt the subframe


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M10	30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine sump


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP

expand_moreScrews at the cylinder head (M10, class 10.9)


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn side member


M12 screws (class 10.9)	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the cylinder head (M10)


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOn side member


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe

expand_more220 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2014.11–)


M12	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
M14	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M12	79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
M14	129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m


Subframe stiffening plate	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm


M12 screws (class 10.9)	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket


M12 screws (class 10.9)	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter


Clamps	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreDiesel particulate filter


At the turbocharger	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreDifferential pressure sensor lines


BMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 114 HP


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 C20 A 134 HP


First stage	8.11 lbf⋅ft8.11 lbf⋅ft11 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-3 1.5 L B37 C15 A 94 HP


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 MO 134 HP	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L B48 A20 B 228 HP	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
All other modifications	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


Clamps	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


M8 × 20 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 A15 A 134 HP


Clamps	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Clamps	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m


Exhaust system middle heat protection plate	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Particle filter bracket	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply


Fuel filter bracket	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel lines

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2014.9–)

expand_moreOn high-pressure pump


Fuel lines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_more225 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 228 HP engine (2014.9–)


Fuel lines	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft14.75–18.44 lbf⋅ft20–25 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system


Starter	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2019 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer 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 BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Maintenance Items

Chassis and Body Fastener Tightening Specifications
Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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2019 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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