2010 BMW 5 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
expand_moreM8
| At the bracket | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
| M8 | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAlternator
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOnto crankcase
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump
expand_moreBanjo screws
| M14 | 24.34 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings | |
| M16 | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings | |
| Socket unions | 26.55 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings | |
expand_moreServo pump pulley
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreServo steering pump
expand_moreOn the engine block
| M8 × 40 screws | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreVacuum pump
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 161 HP | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 168 HP | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreVacuum pump sprocket wheel
| M10 × 30 screws | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Clean and lubricate the screws. | |
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 161 HP | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 168 HP | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
expand_moreOn high-pressure pump
| M14 | 20.65–23.6 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn rail
| M14 | 20.65–23.6 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn high-pressure pump
| M14 | 20.65–23.6 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn rail
| M14 | 20.65–23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| High-pressure pump | 6.64–9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
| Central nuts | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection hoses
expand_moreOn injector
| M12 | 15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn rail
| M12 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn injector
| M12 | 15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn rail
| M12 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
| M7 | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten in several steps. | |
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreTurbo charger
expand_moreM47 engine
| On exhaust manifold | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| tighten gradually cross-wise | |
expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 161 HP
expand_moreM47 engine
| On exhaust manifold | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| tighten gradually cross-wise | |
expand_moreN47 engine
| On exhaust manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| tighten gradually cross-wise | |
expand_moreM47 engine
| On exhaust manifold | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| tighten gradually cross-wise | |
expand_moreN47 engine
| On exhaust manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| tighten gradually cross-wise | |
| On exhaust manifold | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Clamps | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new parts. | |
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
| M47 engine | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 161 HP
| M47 engine | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| N47 engine | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M47 engine | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| N47 engine | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D3) 208 HP | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D2) 208 HP | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L M57 D30 (306D2) 215 HP | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M10 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
expand_moreBMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 161 HP
| N47 engine | 2.21 lbf⋅ft |
| Hose clamps. | |
| N47 engine | 2.21 lbf⋅ft |
| Hose clamps. | |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant pump
| M10 × 35 screws | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 × 40 screws | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 × 35 screws | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 × 40 screws | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 8
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1. | |
expand_moreScrew 9
| Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrews 10 – 13
| Third stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrew 14
| Fourth stage | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 8
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1. | |
expand_moreScrew 9
| Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrews 10 – 13
| Third stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrew 14
| Fourth stage | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use special tool 11 3 260. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreInlet camshaft of N52 engine
| M6 × 30 screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft N52 engine screws M7 × 70
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreInlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreInlet camshaft of N52 engine
| M6 × 30 screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft N52 engine screws M7 × 70
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreInlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_more525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| Inlet camshaft | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_more530 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
expand_moreInlet camshaft of N52 engine
| M6 × 30 screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft N52 engine screws M7 × 70
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreInlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM6
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing casing | |
| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing cover on camshaft pulley | |
expand_moreM7
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing casing | |
| Second stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing cover on camshaft pulley | |
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing casing | |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing cover on camshaft pulley | |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
expand_moreM6
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing casing | |
| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing cover on camshaft pulley | |
expand_moreM7
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing casing | |
| Second stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing cover on camshaft pulley | |
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing casing | |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Bearing cover on camshaft pulley | |
| All other modifications | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. See figure 2. | |
| Second stage | slacken |
| Loosen all screws at least 180° from outside to inside. | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 120° |
| Fifth stage | 120° |
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM47 engine screws 1 – 10
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 3. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| loosen in reverse order to the illustration | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreM47 engine screw 11
| Sixth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreN47 engine screws 1 – 10
| First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 4. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| loosen in reverse order to the illustration | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 120° |
| Fifth stage | 120° |
expand_moreN47 engine screws 11
| Sixth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2010.3)
expand_moreM47 engine screws 1 – 10
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 5. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| loosen in reverse order to the illustration | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreM47 engine screw 11
| Sixth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreN47 engine screws 1 – 10
| First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 6. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| loosen in reverse order to the illustration | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 120° |
| Fifth stage | 120° |
expand_moreN47 engine screws 11
| Sixth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 7. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 6
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 11 – 12
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 7. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 6
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 11 – 12
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lubricate the screws. See figure 8. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 9. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 9. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrew 18
| Seventh stage | 135° |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreN52 engine
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 9. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 9. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrew 18
| Seventh stage | 135° |
expand_moreN53 engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 10. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3)
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 11. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening. | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_more525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 12. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_more535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 13. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening. | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 120° |
| Fifth stage | 120° |
expand_moreScrew 15
| Sixth stage | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 14. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 14. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 15. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening. | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrew 15
| Sixth stage | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreValve cover
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
| First stage | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Plastic valve cover | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Plastic valve cover | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
| First stage | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| N53 engine | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| 525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (2004.12–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 525 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 525 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 525 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 232 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 232 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 232 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2004.9–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| 535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more540 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.8–2010.3)
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft module
expand_moreM8 × 83 screws
| First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 83 screws
| First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 70° |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Clean and lubricate the screws. | |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 70° |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreN52 engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_moreN53 engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 70° |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 70° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3) | 221.27 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 221.27 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 302.4 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreN52 engine
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_moreN53 engine
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
| 525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3) | 302.4 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
| 530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 302.4 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the screw, grease the head support. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Third stage | 60° |
| Fourth stage | 60° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM47 engine
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 150° |
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreDrive plate
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
| N53 engine | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| All other modifications | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreEngine block closure screws
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 148 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 161 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 161 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 C 161 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 C 174 HP | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M30 × 1 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| M40 × 1,5 screws | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFlywheel
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| N52 engine | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
| N52 engine | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| N53 engine | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 525 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 525 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 525 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 530 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 530 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 530 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 550 i with gasoline V8 4.8 L 362 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 550 i with gasoline V8 4.8 L 362 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 77.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| All other modifications | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 16. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
| Screws 11 – 30 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 16. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
| Screws 11 – 30 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lubricate the screws. | |
| Fourth stage | 70° |
expand_moreScrew 6
| Second stage | slacken |
| Align the crankshaft | |
| Third stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreN52 engine
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreN53 engine
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3)
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
expand_moreBearing cap 6
| Second stage | slacken |
| Align the crankshaft | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lubricate the screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM57 306 D2 engine M10 × 80 screws
| First stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM57 306 D3 engine M10 × 85 screws
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM10 × 80 screws
| First stage | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2004.9–2010.3)
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
| First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 60° |
| Fourth stage | 60° |
| Fifth stage | 180° detach |
| from inside to outside | |
| Sixth stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Seventh stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Eighth stage | 60° |
| Ninth stage | 60° |
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Do not wash off the screw coating. | |
| Second stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Do not wash off the screw coating. | |
| Second stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
| First stage | 90° |
| Second stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreN47 engine
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2010.3)
expand_moreN47 engine
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (2004.12–2010.3)
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Third stage | 60° |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM57 306 D2 engine M10 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Third stage | 60° |
expand_moreM57 306 D3 engine M10 screws
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M8 × 16 screws (class 10.9) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 × 20 screws (class 8.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
| M8 × 16 screws (class 10.9) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 × 20 screws (class 8.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
| M8 × 16 screws (class 10.9) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 × 20 screws (class 8.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_moreEngine control
| Balance shaft timing chain tension rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2010.3)
| M16 × 1,5 screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2010.3)
| M16 × 1,5 screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM18
| Cap | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM18
| Cap | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM18
| Cap | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more540 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.8–2010.3)
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
| M6 × 35 screws | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 148 HP | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 C 161 HP | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 161 HP | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 161 HP | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 161 HP | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 168 HP | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 C 174 HP | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| Plastic valve cover | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| Plastic valve cover | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| N53 engine | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreSprocket wheel
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (2004.12–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
| Second stage | 35° |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3)
expand_moreM57 engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 35° |
| M57 T2 engine | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM57 engine M12 × 1,5 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and nuts. | |
| Second stage | 35° |
expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and nuts. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
| M7 × 18 screws | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2004.9–2010.3)
expand_moreM57 engine M12 × 1,5 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and nuts. | |
| Second stage | 35° |
expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and nuts. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
| M7 × 18 screws | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM57 306 D3 engine
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreChain tensioner
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2010.3)
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2010.3)
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| 525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| Chain tensioner | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2004.9–2010.3)
| Chain tensioner | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 550 i with gasoline V8 4.8 L 362 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 550 i with gasoline V8 4.8 L 362 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreChain tensioner locking screws
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3)
| M30 × 1 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| M30 × 1 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M30 × 1 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M30 × 1 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| M40 × 1,5 screws | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive chain guide rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 148 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 161 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) 161 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 C 161 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 C 174 HP | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L N47 D20 A 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive chain tensioning rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM57 306 D2 engine M12 × 1,25 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreOil pump camshaft timing chain guide rail
expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 19.91 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM6 × 16 screws
| First stage | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner
expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM57 306 D2 engine M12 × 1,25 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreTension rail bearing screws
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (2004.12–2010.3)
| M16 × 1,5 screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the bolt | |
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (2004.12–2010.3)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
| Cap | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
| Cap | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
| Cap | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
| Cap | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
| Cap | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
| Cap | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
| Cap | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine lubrication
| Oil cooler | 11.8 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil drain plug
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M18 | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| M18 | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M20 × 1,5 screws | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
| At the cylinder head | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more525 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M20 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump
expand_moreM6 × 30 screws
| First stage | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 100° |
expand_moreM8 × 123 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreM8 × 31 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
| All other modifications | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Left-hand thread | |
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 26)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 92)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreSheet-steel sump M8 × 25 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2004.9–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine management
| Camshaft sensor | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Crankshaft sensor | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreGlow plugs
| 520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 525 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 530 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreKnock sensor
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Lambda sensor | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_moreOn the engine block
| M10 screws (class 8.8) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
| At the subframe | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| On engine bracket | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
| At the subframe | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| On engine bracket | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 161 HP engine (2004.12–2010.3)
expand_moreAt the subframe
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreAt the subframe
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
expand_moreAt the subframe
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
expand_moreAt the subframe
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 251 HP engine (2005.3–2010.3)
expand_moreAt the subframe
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the axle support (M8)
| Right | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAt the axle support on the left side
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal (M8)
| Right | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal on the left side
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM10 screws (class 10.9)
| Nuts | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreSubframe
expand_more525 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3)
expand_moreM12 screws (class 10.9)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more525 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
expand_moreM12 screws (class 10.9)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more525 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
expand_moreM12 screws (class 10.9)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M12 screws (class 10.9) | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate
expand_moreAt the subframe
| First stage | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
expand_moreM47 engine
| At the turbocharger | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Clamps | 39.83 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket
expand_moreM47 engine M8 screws
| Strut | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
expand_moreN47 engine
| At the turbocharger | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace clamps. | |
expand_moreExhaust manifold
| 520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| 520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| 520 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
| M7 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| 520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
| M7 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
| 523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_more523 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
| M7 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
| 525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| 530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_more535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2004.9–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_more540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Second stage | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust pipe
| M10 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_moreAt the gearbox
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreParticle filter bracket
expand_moreAt the gearbox of N47 engine
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreN47 engine M8 × 20 screws
| Strut | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
| M12 | 14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
| M14 | 19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 161 HP | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A 168 HP | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 BMW 5 Series Sedan 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 Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
Conquer your fears and never give up!
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 5 Series Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2010 BMW 5 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2010 BMW 5 Series Sedan generations
In 2010 BMW offered 2 generations of the 5 Series Sedan. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.
BMW 5 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI model years
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