1999 BMW X5 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_moreAuxiliary assemblies


Auxiliary drive belt deflection pulley	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Auxiliary drive belt tensioner	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m


Air-conditioning compressor bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Air-conditioning compressor pressure line	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator pulley


With freewheel	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Without freewheel	51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m


Generator bracket	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Power steering pump bracket	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Hydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
Vacuum pump	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe

expand_moreAll other modifications


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure line


Union nuts	16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m


Injection nozzle (injector)	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreCharge air pipes


Clamps	4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m

expand_moreTurbo charger


On exhaust manifold	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
tighten gradually cross-wise


Turbocharger oil feed line	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line


At the turbocharger	2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m

expand_moreOn the engine block


M16 × 1,5 screws	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


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


Fan wheel	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m

expand_moreViscous fan clutch


All other modifications	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCamshaft bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreValve cover

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws


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

expand_moreDrive plate


All other modifications	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
Replace screws.

expand_moreMain bearing

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Clean and lubricate the screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM57 engine M12 × 1,5 screws


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	35°35°35°

expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	50°50°50°
M7 × 18 screws	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreAll other modifications


Chain tensioner	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 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_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

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreOil filter


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

expand_moreOil filter housing


All other modifications	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m


Oil pressure sensor	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreEngine management


Camshaft sensor	1.48 lbf⋅ft1.48 lbf⋅ft2 N⋅m

expand_moreCrankshaft sensor


M6	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.


Exhaust gas temperature sensor	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Glow plugs	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor


All other modifications	14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft14.75–16.23 lbf⋅ft20–22 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


M18 × 1,5 screws	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


Subframe	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate


First stage	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Use new screws or nuts
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold


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


Exhaust manifold heat shields	7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the exhaust manifold


M10	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreClamps


M8	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m


M8	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m


Exhaust pipe bracket	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe rear


Clamps	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreFuel supply

expand_moreFuel pump


Preliminary feed pump	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreStart system


Starter	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1999 BMW X5 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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1999 BMW X5 First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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