2011 BMW 5 Series M5 Sedan engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor

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M8	13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft13.28–17.7 lbf⋅ft18–24 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line

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M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


M6	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator

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M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump

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M8	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley

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M8	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreServo steering pump

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M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.


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

expand_moreCarburetion


Fuel-distributing pipe	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

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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_moreHigh-pressure pump

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

expand_moreInjection hoses

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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_moreInjection nozzle (injector)


BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP	8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft11–15 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger

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

expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line


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.


Turbocharger oil return line	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCooling system


Coolant pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

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M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside.

expand_moreCylinder head screws

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expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 1.
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_moreValve cover

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Figure 2. Cylinder head, Valve cover, BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP.


First cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes. See figure 2.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Valve cover, BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP.
Second cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes. See figure 3.

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

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expand_moreNew connecting rod with new connecting rod screws


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Fourth stage	75°75°75°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

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


BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m


Flywheel	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

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expand_moreScrews 1 – 10

Figure 4. Engine block, Main bearing, BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP, Screws 1 – 10.


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage	115°115°115°

expand_moreScrews 11 – 20


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

expand_moreScrews 21 – 30


Sixth stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Seventh stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreThreaded sleeve


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing


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	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail

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

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner

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M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail

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


Eccentric shaft for intake valve timing	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

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First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

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First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Third stage	90°90°90°


Timing case cover first cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Timing case cover second cylinder row	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug

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M12	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreBMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP

expand_moreOil filter cover


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

expand_moreOil pump

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M8	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

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expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreOil sump

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expand_moreM6


Oil sump lower part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Oil sump top part	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreCamshaft sensor


BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Charge air pressure sensor	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m


Knock sensor	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_moreOn the engine block


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

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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_moreSubframe

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expand_moreOn chassis (M10)


First stage	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate

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expand_moreAt the subframe (M10)


First stage	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


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


Catalytic converter bracket	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreBMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP

expand_moreCylinder 1, 4, 6, and 7

Figure 5. Exhaust system, Exhaust manifold, BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP, Cylinder 1, 4, 6, and 7.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 5.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Third stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreCylinder 2, 3, 5, and 8

Figure 6. Exhaust system, Exhaust manifold, BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 B 552 HP, Cylinder 2, 3, 5, and 8.


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
See figure 6.
Second stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Third stage	45°45°45°


Exhaust manifold heat shields	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe


Clamps	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m


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

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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 2011 BMW 5 Series M5 Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

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