2010 BMW X5 M engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


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_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_morePower steering pump bracket

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)


M10	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump

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M16	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreServo pump pulley


M8 screws (class 10.9)	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws
M8 screws (class 8.8)	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

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expand_moreM14


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump

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M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines

expand_moreM11

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A, M11.


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


M8	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover

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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

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expand_moreM9


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage	70°70°70°

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)


M12	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines

expand_moreM11 × 102 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage	100°100°100°

expand_moreM8 × 70 screws


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	55°55°55°

expand_moreVibration damper

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expand_moreM18


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

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


M14	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


M10	33.93 lbf⋅ft33.93 lbf⋅ft46 N⋅m
Insert the screws dry.
M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Insert the screws dry.

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)


M7	9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)

expand_morevariable camshaft control (M10)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)

expand_morevariable camshaft control (M10)


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug

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M18	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreOil filter housing

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

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


M8	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)

expand_moreM10


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Left-hand thread
Second stage	40°40°40°

expand_moreOil sump

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expand_moreM8


Oil sump lower part	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Oil sump top part	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Lambda sensor	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M10 screws (class 10.9)	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
M12	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
M8 screws (class 10.9)	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


On chassis	121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines

expand_moreAt the cylinder head (M8)


First stage	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel pump

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)


M6	8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs

expand_moreM with gasoline V8 4.4 L 547 HP engine (2009.9–2013.6)


M12 × 1,5 screws	14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m
M14 × 1,5 screws	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter

expand_moreAll BMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A engines


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 BMW X5 M 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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2010 BMW X5 M generations

In 2010 BMW offered 2 generations of the X5 M. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Second generation

E70

2010 BMW X5 M Second generation LCI Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2010 BMW X5 M generations

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