2023 BMW 2 Series M2 Coupe engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Figure 1. Air intake system, Intake manifold.
Second stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 1.

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket

expand_moreM 235 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2014.7–)


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe


M 235 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2013.10–)	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreM 235 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2014.7–)


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


M14	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump

expand_moreManufacturer Bosch


M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m

expand_moreManufacturer Continental


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses


M12	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m


Injection nozzle (injector)	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


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

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_moreM 235 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2014.7–)


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line

expand_moreM 235 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2014.7–)


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug


M14 × 1,5 screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings and screws.

expand_moreCoolant pump

expand_moreM8 × 26 screws


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Viscous fan clutch	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Left-hand thread

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


Inlet camshaft	6.27 lbf⋅ft6.27 lbf⋅ft8.5 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, Outlet camshaft.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 2.
Second stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Third stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 14


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

expand_moreScrews 15 – 18


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

expand_moreValve cover


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 4.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreM9


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws.
Second stage	70°70°70°
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
Replace screws.
Second stage	270°270°270°

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_moreM12


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

expand_moreEngine block closure screws


M18 × 1,5 screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M10 × 100)

Figure 5. Engine block, Main bearing, Screws 1 – 14 (M10 × 100).


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreM10 × 27 screw 15


Third stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM10 × 41 screw 15


Third stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrew 15 (M8 × 37)


Third stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreVibration damper

expand_moreClass 10.9


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail


M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


M22 × 1,5 screws	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreEccentric shaft for intake valve timing

expand_moreBearing cap at the cylinder head


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreM10 central screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreM10 central screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


M8	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug


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

expand_moreOil filter

expand_moreM 235 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2014.7–)


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

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreM 235 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2013.10–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreM 235 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2014.7–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreM8 × 123 screws


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM8 × 31 screws


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreM8 × 37 screws


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreM8


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreM 235 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2013.10–)

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M8 × 50 screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreM8 × 112 screws


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM8 × 26 screws


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

expand_moreM8 × 92 screws


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreM 235 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2014.7–)

expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 36)


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

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Crankshaft sensor	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 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_moreM8


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


Exhaust manifold heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Exhaust pipe bracket	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Exhaust system middle heat protection plate	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


M12	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m
M14	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2023 BMW 2 Series M2 Coupe user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

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