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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreIntake manifold support


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


M10	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft18–24 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft18–24 N⋅m
All other modifications	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_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line

expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2009.10–)


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreAlternator


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
All other modifications	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m


Vacuum pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Vacuum pump sprocket wheel	48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m
Clean and lubricate the screws.

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M7	8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft11–15 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M7	8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft11–15 N⋅m


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

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


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_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreM14


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreM14


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On high-pressure pump	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
On rail	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump


550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
All other modifications	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley

expand_moreAll other modifications


Cap	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.
Central screws	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection hoses

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


On injector	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m
On rail	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreM12


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreM12


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On injector	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
On rail	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


Retaining clamp	8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft8.85–10.33 lbf⋅ft12–14 N⋅m


550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft11–15 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	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
Replace copper sealing rings.
Second stage	19.18 lbf⋅ft19.18 lbf⋅ft26 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreClamps


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

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreClamps


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


Clamps	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


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

expand_moreTurbocharger coolant feed line

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M14	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M14	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M10	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
M12	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M10	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
M12	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


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

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


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

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug


M14	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCoolant pump

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


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


550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


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

expand_moreOutlet camshaft

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, 535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–), 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_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside.

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside.

expand_moreAll other modifications


Bearing cap	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
helically from the inside out

expand_moreBearing casing

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications, Bearing casing.


Screws 1 – 20	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
See figure 3.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–), Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
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_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10 (part number 11127582454)

Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12), Screws 1 – 10 (part number 11127582454).


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10 (part number 11127607557)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	140°140°140°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 12


Fourth stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10 (part number 11127582454)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10 (part number 11127607557)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	140°140°140°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 12


Fourth stage	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200)

Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200).


First stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	120°120°120°
Third stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 204,5)


First stage	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage	180° detach
Third stage	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Fourth stage	120°120°120°
Fifth stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreScrew 15


Fourth stage	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Sixth stage	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	6.27 lbf⋅ft6.27 lbf⋅ft8.5 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 7.

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

Figure 8. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12).


First cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 8.
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12).
Second cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 9.

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

Figure 10. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–).


First cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 10.
Figure 11. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–).
Second cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 11.


All other modifications	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	140°140°140°

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


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_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


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_moreAll other modifications


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace and lightly oil the screw.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace and lightly oil the screw.
Second stage	270°270°270°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM18 × 1,5 screws


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws. Oil bearing face.
Second stage	60°60°60°
Third stage	60°60°60°
Fourth stage	60°60°60°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreDrive plate

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


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


550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
All other modifications	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Engine block closure screws	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace bolts.

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


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


All other modifications	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M10 × 100)

Figure 12. Engine block, Main bearing, 535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–), Screws 1 – 14 (M10 × 100).


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 12.
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_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 13. Engine block, Main bearing, 550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12), Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 13.
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 20


Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	55°55°55°

expand_moreThreaded sleeve


Fifth stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 21 – 30


Sixth stage	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreScrews 1 – 10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 13.
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 20


Third stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Fourth stage	55°55°55°

expand_moreThreaded sleeve


Fifth stage	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreScrews 21 – 30


Sixth stage	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


M8	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreBearing screws


M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreM18


Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M14	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M14	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


At the cylinder head	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m


All other modifications	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreBearing screws


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreM22


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

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M10	33.93 lbf⋅ft33.93 lbf⋅ft46 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M10	33.93 lbf⋅ft33.93 lbf⋅ft46 N⋅m
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


All other modifications	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Camshaft timing gear	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Control drive chain guide rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioner	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Control drive chain tensioning rail	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreEccentric shaft for intake valve timing


M6	6.27 lbf⋅ft6.27 lbf⋅ft8.5 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Intermediate shaft chain sprocket	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreOil pump camshaft timing chain guide rail

expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws


Cap	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.

expand_moreM6 × 16 screws


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°


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

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreCentral screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage	180°180°180°

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM10


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn the engine block


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

expand_moreOn timing case cover


Cap	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.

expand_moreTiming case cover first cylinder row


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover second cylinder row


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
All other modifications	5.16 lbf⋅ft5.16 lbf⋅ft7 N⋅m

expand_moreOil drain plug

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M18	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M18	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


At the cylinder head	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreOil filter cover


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Lubricate the sealing rings.
Second stage	180° detach.
Third stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreOil filter cover


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Lubricate the sealing rings.
Second stage	180° detach.
Third stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreOil lines

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M10	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreScrews (M8 × 123)


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

expand_moreScrews (M8 × 31)


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

expand_moreScrews (M8 × 37)


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

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M8	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M8	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


On the engine block	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


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

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
Second stage	40°40°40°


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
Second stage	40°40°40°


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreOil sump

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreM8 × 36 screws


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


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

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


Oil sump lower part	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Oil sump top part	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


Oil sump lower part	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Oil sump top part	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


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

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


All other modifications	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M6	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m


All other modifications	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreGlow plugs


All other modifications	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m


All other modifications	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_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreOn the engine block


M12 screws (class 8.8)	48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn the engine block


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)

expand_moreAt the subframe


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine bracket


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreAt the subframe


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreOn engine bracket


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOn engine bracket


M10	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m


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

expand_moreSubframe


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


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

expand_moreDiesel particulate filter

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM8


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

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_more535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head

Figure 14. Exhaust system, Exhaust manifold, 535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–), At the cylinder head.


First stage	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace nuts. See figure 14.
Second stage	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreOn exhaust manifold


Support	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


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

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M8	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M8	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAll other modifications


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
Tighten in steps from inside to outside.

expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields


550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


Clamps	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOn catalytic converter


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


Clamps	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreOn catalytic converter


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


535 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.10–)	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2009.10–2010.12)


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_more550 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.10–)


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m


All other modifications	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 2009 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 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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2009 BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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