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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
At the bracket 14.01 lbf⋅ft
M8
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
All other modifications 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator pulley
With freewheel 59 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreBanjo screws
M14 24.34 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings
M16 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings
M14 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings
expand_moreServo pump pulley
M8 screws (class 8.8) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreServo steering pump
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
expand_moreAt the bracket
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8
At the bracket 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVacuum pump
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
Exhaust gas return valve 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust recirculation pipe
expand_moreAll other modifications
On exhaust manifold 11.06 lbf⋅ft
On intake manifold 3.69 lbf⋅ft
High-pressure line 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection hoses
Union nuts 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 8.85 lbf⋅in
Second stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharging
Charge air pipes 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
Banjo screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Union nuts 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 2.21 lbf⋅ft
M16 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant drain plug
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M14 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCoolant pump
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Radiator drain screws 1.84 lbf⋅ft
Radiator mounting 1.84 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM6
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Bearing casing. Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside.
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Bearing cover on camshaft pulley
expand_moreM7
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Bearing casing. Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside.
Second stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Bearing cover on camshaft pulley
expand_moreM8
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Bearing casing. Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Bearing cover on camshaft pulley
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more745 i,Li with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2001.11–2008.7)
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 745 i,Li with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2001.11–2008.7).
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 745 i,Li with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2001.11–2008.7).
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 1.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
See figure 2.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreValve cover
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 70°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace the screw, grease the head support.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
735 i,Li with gasoline V8 3.6 L 268 HP at 6200 RPM, 360 N⋅m at 3700 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.2) 25.08 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive plate
All other modifications 89.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreEngine block closure screws
M30 × 1 screws 51.63 lbf⋅ft
M40 × 1,5 screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
All other modifications 77.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more735 i,Li with gasoline V8 3.6 L 268 HP at 6200 RPM, 360 N⋅m at 3700 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.2)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the screws, do not wash off the coating.
Second stage 100°
expand_more745 i,Li with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2001.11–2008.7)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the screws, do not wash off the coating.
Second stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more735 i,Li with gasoline V8 3.6 L 268 HP at 6200 RPM, 360 N⋅m at 3700 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.2)
With camshaft adjuster 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolt.
745 i,Li with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2001.11–2008.7) 59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
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_moreChain tensioner
expand_moreAll other modifications
M22 × 1,5 screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner cylinder
M22 × 1,5 screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_moreAll other modifications
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler lines
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil drain plug
expand_more735 i,Li with gasoline V8 3.6 L 268 HP at 6200 RPM, 360 N⋅m at 3700 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.2)
M18 × 1,5 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_more745 i,Li with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2001.11–2008.7)
M18 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M12 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter drain plug 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pressure sensor
expand_moreAll other modifications
M12 × 1,5 screws 19.91 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
expand_moreAll other modifications
Onto crankcase 25.08 lbf⋅ft
M8 10.9
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more735 i,Li with gasoline V8 3.6 L 268 HP at 6200 RPM, 360 N⋅m at 3700 RPM engine (2001.11–2005.2)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M8 screws (class 8.8) 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more745 i,Li with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2001.11–2008.7)
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_moreEngine management
Glow plugs 13.28 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreKnock sensor
BMW gasoline V8 3.6 L N62 B36 A 268 HP at 6200 RPM, 360 N⋅m at 3700 RPM 15.49 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.7516.23 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine mounting
At the subframe 14.01 lbf⋅ft
On engine bracket 41.3 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
M12 screws (class 10.9) 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate
First stage 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Second stage + 90°
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
expand_moreExhaust manifold heat shields
All other modifications 7.388.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe
expand_moreAll other modifications
On exhaust manifold 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the differential
M12 25.81 lbf⋅ft
At the gearbox 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe rear
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Particle filter bracket 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePrimary catalytic converter
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 37.62 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel supply
expand_moreFuel pump
Locking screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
expand_moreAll other modifications
M12 × 1,25 screws 14.7519.18 lbf⋅ft
M14 × 1,25 screws 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
Starter 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 2001 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 2001 BMW 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2001 BMW 7 Series generations

In 2001 BMW offered 2 generations of the 7 Series. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 7 Series Fourth generation model years

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