2021 BMW 2 Series Convertible engine fastener tightening specifications

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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

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 B15 A 134 HP


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 D20 A 161 HP


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)


M8 × 30 screws	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)


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

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor bracket	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line

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


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

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


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


Vacuum pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreExhaust gas return cooler


M8 × 20 screws	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

expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe


M8	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


228 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2014.11–)	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m
228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8 × 22 screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)


On high-pressure pump	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m
On rail	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


On high-pressure pump	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m
On rail	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m


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

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)


M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes.

expand_more228 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2014.11–)


M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


M12	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)	8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft11–15 N⋅m
228 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2014.11–)	8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft11–15 N⋅m
228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)	8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft11–15 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_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_more228 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreHeat shields


M8 × 16 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
On diesel particulate filter	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
On exhaust manifold	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


Turbocharger bracket	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


M6 × 12 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


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

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug


M14 × 1,5 screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCoolant pump

expand_more220 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2014.11–)


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_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6 × 30 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCoolant thermostat housing


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Fan wheel	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Radiator mounting	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Self-tapping screws.

expand_moreViscous fan clutch


220 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2014.11–)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreInlet camshaft


M6 × 30 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


M6 × 50 screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreInlet camshaft


M6 × 30 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft


M6 × 50 screws	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6 × 31 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 8

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–), Screws 1 – 8.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
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_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 6

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–), Screws 1 – 6.


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

expand_moreScrews 7 – 10


Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Sixth stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreScrew 11


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

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 6


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

expand_moreScrews 7 – 10


Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Sixth stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreScrew 11


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM12 × 1,5 × 200

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, M12 × 1,5 × 200.


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
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 bridge

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–).


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 4.


220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
See figure 5.

228 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2014.11–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
See figure 5.

228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
See figure 5.

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 B15 A engines


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

expand_moreAll BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 D20 B engines

expand_moreM12


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

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_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

expand_moreM9 × 1,25


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

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM9


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage	70°70°70°
Third stage	70°70°70°

expand_more225 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 221 HP engine (2015.7–)

expand_moreM9 × 1,25


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	90°90°90°

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreM9


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage	70°70°70°
Third stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM9 × 1,25


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 central screws

expand_moreM18 central screw (class 12.9)


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screws, and oil the screws.
Second stage	270°270°270°

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_moreDrive plate

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM12 × 19 screws


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_more225 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 221 HP engine (2015.7–)


M12 × 1,5 screws	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreM12 × 19 screws


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)


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

expand_more220 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2014.11–)


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

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM12 × 25 screws


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_more228 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM12 × 25 screws


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreM12 × 25 screws


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreAll other modifications


M12 × 1,5 screws	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

expand_moreM10 × 1,5 screws

Figure 6. Engine block, Main bearing, 218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–), M10 × 1,5 screws.


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 7. Engine block, Main bearing, 220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–), Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 7.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 30


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

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 7.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 30


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreCollar screws (M10 × 1,5)

Figure 8. Engine block, Main bearing, All other modifications, Collar screws (M10 × 1,5).


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 8.
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_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreClass 10.9


M8 × 16 screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreClass 10.9


M8 × 16 screws	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

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 timing chain guide rail

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


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace bearing bolt.

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreM18


Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreM22


Cap	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.

expand_moreOn the engine block


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreM18


Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreM22


Cap	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.

expand_moreOn the engine block


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m


Camshaft timing chain tensioner	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail

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


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace bearing bolt.

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM22


Cap	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.

expand_moreOn the engine block


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreM22


Cap	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.

expand_moreOn the engine block


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 B15 A engines


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L B47 D20 B engines


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


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

expand_moreControl drive chain guide rail


220 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2014.11–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner

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


On the engine block	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel

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


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

expand_moreControl drive timing chain slip rail


220 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2014.11–)	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreEccentric shaft for intake valve timing

expand_moreBearing cap at the cylinder head


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

expand_moreVanos (M12)


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_moreVanos (M22)


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_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM14 × 1,25 screws


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Second stage	55°55°55°

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreM14 × 1,25 screws


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Second stage	55°55°55°

expand_moreAll other modifications


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


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

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

expand_moreVanos (M12)


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_moreVanos (M22)


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_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM14 × 1,25 screws


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Second stage	55°55°55°

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreM14 × 1,25 screws


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Second stage	55°55°55°

expand_moreAll other modifications


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

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


Rear	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover front


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover rear

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline straight-3 1.5 L B38 B15 A engines

expand_moreM6


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

expand_moreAll other modifications

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

expand_moreOil drain plug

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)


M12	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace plastic screw.

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


M12	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace plastic screw.

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreOil filter


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Slightly oil sealing lips.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Lubricate the sealing rings.
Second stage	180° detach.
Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil filter drain plug	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOil filter cover


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Lubricate the sealing rings.
Second stage	180° detach.
Third stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


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


Oil pressure sensor	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

Figure 9. Engine lubrication, Oil pump, 220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–).


M6 × 70 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 9.

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


M6 × 70 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 9.

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

expand_moreM8


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM10 central screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreM10 central screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	70.07 lbf⋅ft70.07 lbf⋅ft95 N⋅m

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_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_morePlastic oil sump


M6 × 25 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_morePlastic oil sump


M6 × 25 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 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

expand_moreLambda sensor


M18 × 1,5 screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket

expand_moreOn the engine block


M10 screws (class 8.8)	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAt the subframe


M8 screws (class 8.8)	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine mounting


M10	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


M12	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
M14	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


First stage	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


M8	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


At the bracket	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


M8	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


At the bracket	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On diesel particulate filter	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m
Replace clamps.
To rear silencer	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m

expand_moreDiesel particulate filter


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

expand_moreNuts (M8)


At the bracket	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreDifferential pressure sensor lines


220 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 188 HP engine (2014.11–)	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_more218 i with gasoline straight-3 1.5 L 134 HP engine (2015.3–)

expand_moreM7


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten in several steps.
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Third stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Fourth stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Fifth stage	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_more220 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreM7


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_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM7


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

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreOn diesel particulate filter


Clamps	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m

expand_moreParticle filter bracket


M12 screws (class 10.9)	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M8 × 20 screws	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_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


M12	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
M14	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter

expand_more220 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2014.11–)

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_more228 i xDrive with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2015.9–)

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8 × 60 screws	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 2021 BMW 2 Series Convertible 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

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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2021 BMW 2 Series Convertible First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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