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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12)
Figure 1. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12).
Figure 1. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12).
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
See figure 1.
Figure 2. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12).
Figure 2. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12).
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
See figure 2.
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
Figure 3. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
Figure 3. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
See figure 3.
Figure 4. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
Figure 4. Air intake system, Intake manifold, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
See figure 4.
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM6
Upper section of intake manifold 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Lower section of intake manifold 11.06 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
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 B 302 HP 40.57 lbf⋅ft
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
M10 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 13.2817.7 lbf⋅ft
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 13.2817.7 lbf⋅ft
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 13.2817.7 lbf⋅ft
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 13.2817.7 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 13.28 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreM8
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 190°
740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Servo pump pulley 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Servo steering pump 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Vacuum pump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Vacuum pump sprocket wheel 48.68 lbf⋅ft
Clean and lubricate the screws.
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M7 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M7 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
On high-pressure pump 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
On rail 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM14
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM14
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
On high-pressure pump 17.7 lbf⋅ft
On rail 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
Manufacturer Bosch 8.119.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M6 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M6 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the new screws evenly in several steps.
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M6 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
All other modifications 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
M12 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
Central screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection hoses
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM12
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM12
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
On injector 17.7 lbf⋅ft
On rail 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
Retaining clamp 8.8510.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M7 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M7 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace copper sealing rings.
Second stage 19.18 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection pump pulley
730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreTurbo charger
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreClamps
M8 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Use new parts.
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreClamps
M8 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Use new parts.
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreClamps
M8 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Use new parts.
expand_moreM8
Nuts 15.49 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block
Support 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant drain plug
M14 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCoolant pump
750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCoolant pump pulley
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
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_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 60°
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside.
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
helically from the inside out
expand_moreBearing casing
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications, Bearing casing.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications, Bearing casing.
Screws 1 – 20 9.59 lbf⋅ft
See figure 5.
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200)
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12), Screws 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200).
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12), Screws 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200).
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage 120°
Third stage 120°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 204,5)
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 120°
Fifth stage 120°
expand_moreScrew 15
Fourth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Sixth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage 120°
Third stage 120°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 204,5)
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 120°
Fifth stage 120°
expand_moreScrew 15
Fourth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Sixth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12), Magnesium valve cover, Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12), Magnesium valve cover, Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 7.
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 7.
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_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12).
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12).
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
See figure 8.
Second stage loosen by 180°
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 120°
Fifth stage 120°
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM11
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 8.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreM9 × 125 screws
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 45°
M9 × 30 screws 16.23 lbf⋅ft
M9 × 70 screws 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM9 × 95 screws
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 45°
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 9.Part number: 11127582454
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.Part number: 11127607557
Second stage 90°
Third stage 140°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 12
Fourth stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 9.Part number: 11127582454
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.Part number: 11127607557
Second stage 90°
Third stage 140°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 12
Fourth stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 10. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 10. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12), Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws. See figure 10.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 140°
expand_moreScrew 15
Fourth stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200)
Figure 11. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200).
Figure 11. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 14 (M12 × 1,5 × 200).
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 11.
Second stage 120°
Third stage 120°
expand_moreScrew 15
Fourth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreValve cover
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
First stage 5.16 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
Plastic valve cover 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
Figure 12. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
Figure 12. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
First cylinder row 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 12.
Figure 13. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
Figure 13. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12).
Second cylinder row 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 13.
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
Figure 14. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12).
Figure 14. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12).
First cylinder row 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 14.
Figure 15. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12).
Figure 15. Cylinder head, Valve cover, 750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12).
Second cylinder row 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 15.
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage 120°
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 140°
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 70°
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 70°
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace, wash and lubricate the screws.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 70°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace and lightly oil the screw.
Second stage 70°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreM16
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace the screws and lubricate lightly
Second stage 360°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM18 × 1,5 screws
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Oil bearing face.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
M10 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive plate
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 92.2 lbf⋅ft
750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 77.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 77.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 77.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 77.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
All other modifications 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreEngine block closure screws
M30 × 1 screws 51.63 lbf⋅ft
M40 × 1,5 screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
M30 51.63 lbf⋅ft
M40 × 1,5 screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreM12
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
All other modifications 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
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_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
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_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 16. Engine block, Main bearing, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 16. Engine block, Main bearing, 750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 16.
Second stage 100°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 20
Third stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 55°
expand_moreScrews 21 – 30
expand_moreSixth stage
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Part number: 11127607557
Second stage 90°
Third stage 140°
expand_moreThreaded sleeve
Fifth stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 16.
Second stage 100°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 20
Third stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 55°
expand_moreScrews 21 – 30
Sixth stage 25.08 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreThreaded sleeve
Fifth stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 17. Engine block, Main bearing, 760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 17. Engine block, Main bearing, 760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12), Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 17.
Second stage 100°
expand_moreScrews 15 – 28
Third stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 55°
expand_moreThreaded sleeve
Fifth stage 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrews 29 – 39
Sixth stage 25.08 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrew 40
Seventh stage 25.08 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
expand_moreVibration damper
M8 25.81 lbf⋅ft
M8 × 16 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreBottom part of the control unit housing
Figure 18. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing, BMW gasoline V12 6.0 L N74 B60 A 536 HP.
Figure 18. Engine control, Bottom part of the control unit housing, BMW gasoline V12 6.0 L N74 B60 A 536 HP.
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 18.
expand_moreM10
Second stage 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Second stage 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
M7 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM18
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M7 10.33 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M14 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M14 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M14 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M6 × 35 screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
Magnesium valve cover 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Plastic valve cover 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM22
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 33.93 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Camshaft timing gear 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner
expand_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M22 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M22 × 1,5 screws 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M22 × 1,5 screws 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Control drive chain guide rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 B 302 HP 51.63 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain tensioning rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEccentric shaft for intake valve timing
M6 6.27 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage 90°
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage 90°
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCentral screws
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
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreM6 × 16 screws
First stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Oil pump drive chain tensioner 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage 90°
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM10
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage 90°
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. Apply copper paste onto bearing face.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M10 34.67 lbf⋅ft
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn timing case cover
Cap 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreTiming case cover first cylinder row
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover second cylinder row
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M18 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M18 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
At the cylinder head 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreOil filter cover
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Lubricate the sealing rings.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreOil filter cover
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Lubricate the sealing rings.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreOil filter cover
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter drain plug 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil lines
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil pump
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2009.7–2015.12)
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_more730 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
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°
740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
740 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM8 × 123 screws
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM8 × 31 screws
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Left-hand thread
Second stage 40°
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Left-hand thread
Second stage 40°
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM10, central nuts
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Left-hand thread
Second stage 40°
expand_moreM6
Wheel 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Left-hand thread
Second stage 50°
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 92)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreSheet-steel sump M8 × 24 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreM8 × 26 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
740 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_more740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
expand_moreM8 × 112 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM8 × 26 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreM8 × 36 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 90°
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
Oil sump lower part 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Oil sump top part 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
Oil sump lower part 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Oil sump top part 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
expand_moreM8
Oil sump lower part 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Oil sump top part 17.7 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M6 6.64 lbf⋅ft
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust gas temperature sensor 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGlow plugs
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 B 302 HP 13.28 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreKnock sensor
760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12) 15.49 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn the engine block
M10 screws (class 8.8) 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreAt the subframe
M8 screws (class 8.8) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn engine bracket
M12 screws (class 10.9) 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreOn chassis
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreClamps
M8 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Use new parts.
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
expand_moreM8
At the bracket 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
At the bracket 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
M7 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more740 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
Heat shields 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M8 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M8 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more760 i with gasoline V12 6.0 L 536 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Tighten in steps from inside to outside.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
At the gearbox 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel supply
expand_moreFuel filter bracket
M6 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
M12 × 1,25 screws 14.7519.18 lbf⋅ft
M14 × 1,25 screws 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
expand_more730 i, Li with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2008.6–2015.12)
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
740 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12) 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.10–2015.12)
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_more750 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2009.9–2015.12)
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.01 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2009 BMW 7 Series 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.

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 7 Series 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 2009 BMW 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

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