1998 BMW 3 Series Compact First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws, and oil the screws. See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws, and oil the screws. See figure 1. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 70° |
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Third stage | 60° |
| Fourth stage | 30° |
| 323 ti with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 168 HP engine (1997.8–2000.8) | 302.4 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
| All other modifications | 243.4 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
| Drive plate | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 318 tds with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 89 HP engine (1995.1–2000.8) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 ti with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 168 HP engine (1997.8–2000.8) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 ti with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 168 HP engine (1997.8–2000.8) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| M20 × 1,5 screws | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 34.67 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 × 1,5 screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 ti with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 168 HP engine (1997.8–2000.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 tds with diesel straight-4 1.7 L 89 HP engine (1995.1–2000.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 ti with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 168 HP engine (1997.8–2000.8) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Lambda sensor | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All BMW diesel straight-4 1.7 L M41 D17 (174T1) engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| All BMW gasoline straight-6 2.5 L M52 B25 (256S3) engines | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Spark plugs | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 BMW 3 Series Compact 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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Doing basic service for your 1998 BMW 3 Series Compact you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.