2007 BMW 3 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_moreAlternator


Onto crankcase	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley

expand_more330 Cd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 201 HP at 4000 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2005.8–2007.12)


M14 × 1,5 screws	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_moreAll BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) engines


On exhaust manifold	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use hot screw paste

expand_moreAll BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D2) engines

expand_moreOn exhaust manifold


M10	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


Turbocharger oil feed line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 A 141 HP

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 A 141 HP.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 148 HP


First stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	slacken
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	90°90°90°
Fifth stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 B 148 HP


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace and lightly oil the screw. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-6 2.2 L M54 B22 (226S1) 168 HP

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW gasoline straight-6 2.2 L M54 B22 (226S1) 168 HP.


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws, and oil the screws. See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-6 2.5 L M54 B25 (256S5) 189 HP


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


BMW gasoline straight-6 2.2 L M54 B22 (226S1) 168 HP	302.4 lbf⋅ft302.4 lbf⋅ft410 N⋅m
Replace bolt.
BMW gasoline straight-6 2.5 L M54 B25 (256S5) 189 HP	302.4 lbf⋅ft302.4 lbf⋅ft410 N⋅m
Replace bolt.
BMW gasoline straight-6 3.0 L M54 B30 (306S3) 228 HP	302.4 lbf⋅ft302.4 lbf⋅ft410 N⋅m
Replace bolt.

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	30°30°30°


Drive plate	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreFlywheel


BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 A 141 HP	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N42 B20 A 141 HP at 6200 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3600 RPM	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 148 HP	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 A 148 HP	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 B 148 HP	95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws.
All other modifications	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 A 141 HP


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Clean and lubricate the screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 148 HP


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Clean and lubricate the screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Clean and lubricate the screws.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreVibration damper

expand_more330 Cd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 201 HP at 4000 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2005.8–2007.12)


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_more320 Cd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.2–2007.12)


M16 × 1,5 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail

expand_more320 Cd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.2–2007.12)


M16 × 1,5 screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 148 HP


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D2) 201 HP at 4000 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 1500 RPM

expand_moreM57 engine M12 × 1,5 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	35°35°35°

expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	50°50°50°
M7 × 18 screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCentral part of control unit housing

expand_more330 Cd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 201 HP at 4000 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2005.8–2007.12)

expand_moreM57 engine M30 × 1 screws


Locking screws	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU (M40 × 1,5)


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

expand_moreChain tensioner


BMW gasoline straight-6 2.2 L M54 B22 (226S1) 168 HP	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
BMW gasoline straight-6 2.5 L M54 B25 (256S5) 189 HP	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D2) 201 HP at 4000 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 1500 RPM


Chain tensioner	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m


BMW gasoline straight-6 3.0 L M54 B30 (306S3) 228 HP	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


Cap	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Chain tensioner	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner locking screws

expand_more330 Cd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 201 HP at 4000 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 1500 RPM engine (2005.8–2007.12)


M30 × 1 screws	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
M40 × 1,5 screws	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) engines


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAll BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D2) engines


M10	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
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_moreEngine lubrication


Oil drain plug	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil filter housing	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Oil pump chain wheel	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-6 2.2 L M54 B22 (226S1) 168 HP


M6 screws (class 10.9)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M6 8.8	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D2) 201 HP at 4000 RPM, 410 N⋅m at 1500 RPM


M6 screws (class 10.9)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M6 8.8	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6 screws (class 10.9)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
M6 8.8	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Glow plugs	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 B 148 HP


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 A 141 HP


M12 × 1,25 screws	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m
M14 × 1,25 screws	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m

expand_moreBMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N46 B20 B 148 HP


M12 × 1,25 screws	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m
M14 × 1,25 screws	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m


All other modifications	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


Onto crankcase	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 2007 BMW 3 Series Convertible user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

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2007 BMW 3 Series Convertible Fourth generation LCI Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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