expand_more728 i,iL with gasoline straight-6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1995.8–2001.11)
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_moreVibration damper
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
Second stage
60°60°60°
Third stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more728 i,iL with gasoline straight-6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1995.8–2001.11)
First stage
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreChain tensioner
728 i,iL with gasoline straight-6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1995.8–2001.11)
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
728 i,iL with gasoline straight-6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1995.8–2001.11)
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
expand_moreChain tensioner locking screws
M30 × 1 screws
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
M40 × 1,5 screws
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreTension rail bearing screws
M16 × 1,5 screws
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace the bolt
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_moreAll other modifications
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
expand_moreGlow plugs
Knock sensor
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
M10
30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
Replace nuts. Use hot screw paste.
expand_moreExhaust manifold
728 i,iL with gasoline straight-6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1995.8–2001.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
728 i,iL with gasoline straight-6 2.8 L 190 HP engine (1995.8–2001.11)
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAll other modifications
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.
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 1995 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.
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 1995 BMW 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
