1992 BMW 5 Series Touring engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing


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

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_more525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (1991.11–1997.1)

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (1991.11–1997.1).


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace, wash and lubricate the screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_more525 ix with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (1992.2–1997.1)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace, wash and lubricate the screws. See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_more525 tds with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 141 HP engine (1991.12–1997.1)

Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 525 tds with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 141 HP engine (1991.12–1997.1).


First stage	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
See figure 2.
Second stage	Wait 20 minutes.
Third stage	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Fourth stage	Warm-up run
Fifth stage	35°35°35°

expand_more530 i V8 with gasoline V8 3.0 L 215 HP engine (1992.9–1997.1)

Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 530 i V8 with gasoline V8 3.0 L 215 HP engine (1992.9–1997.1).


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	80°80°80°
Third stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
See figure 3.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


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

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_more530 i V8 with gasoline V8 3.0 L 215 HP engine (1992.9–1997.1)


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


All other modifications	302.4 lbf⋅ft302.4 lbf⋅ft410 N⋅m
Replace bolt.

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


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


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

expand_moreFlywheel


All other modifications	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Lightly lubricate the screws thread.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAluminium engine block


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreGrey cast-iron engine block


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Chain tensioner	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_more530 i V8 with gasoline V8 3.0 L 215 HP engine (1992.9–1997.1)


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

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


M12 × 1,5 screws	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


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

expand_moreOil sump


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

expand_moreEngine management


Knock sensor	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_more530 i V8 with gasoline V8 3.0 L 215 HP engine (1992.9–1997.1)


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


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

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1992 BMW 5 Series Touring 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.

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1992 BMW 5 Series Touring First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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