2006 BMW X5 engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold

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

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


First stage	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket

expand_moreAlternator

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM14


With hydraulic servo-steering	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings

expand_moreWith dynamic drive


M14	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings

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_moreServo steering pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m


Servo steering pump heat protection plate	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Vacuum pump	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Vacuum pump sprocket wheel	48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m
Clean and lubricate the screws.

expand_moreCarburetion

expand_moreHigh-pressure line

expand_moreAll other modifications


On high-pressure pump	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
On injector	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley


M14 × 1,5 screws	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant drain plug

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOnto crankcase


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

expand_moreCoolant pump

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreOnto crankcase


M6 × 30 screws	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 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_moreClass 8.8 screws


M7	11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 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_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM16


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	360°360°360°

expand_moreDrive plate


All other modifications	89.25 lbf⋅ft89.25 lbf⋅ft121 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreEngine block closure screws

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreVibration damper

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	120°120°120°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft adjuster


M10	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBearing screws


M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreM18


Cap	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreAt the cylinder head


M6 × 35 screws	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner


All other modifications	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreBearing screws


M8	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m

expand_moreM22


Cap	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


All other modifications	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreChain tensioner

expand_moreAll other modifications


M22 × 1,5 screws	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m

expand_moreEccentric shaft for intake valve timing


M6	6.27 lbf⋅ft6.27 lbf⋅ft8.5 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump camshaft timing chain guide rail

expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws


Cap	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace the cover plate.

expand_moreM6 × 16 screws


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications


M7	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m

expand_moreTiming case cover

expand_moreAll other modifications


M10	34.67 lbf⋅ft34.67 lbf⋅ft47 N⋅m
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_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil cooler

expand_moreOil drain plug

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreOil filter housing

expand_moreAll other modifications


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

expand_moreOil pump

expand_moreAll other modifications


M8	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreOil pump chain wheel

expand_moreAll other modifications

expand_moreM8


First stage	3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreEngine management

expand_moreGlow plugs


All other modifications	13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m

expand_moreKnock sensor

expand_moreAll other modifications


First stage	7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°


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

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreAll other modifications


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_moreIgnition system

expand_moreSpark plugs


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


All other modifications	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 2006 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.

Maintenance Items

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Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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2006 BMW X5 generations

In 2006 BMW offered 2 generations of the X5. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation LCI

E53

2006 BMW X5 Second generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2006 BMW X5 generations

First generation LCI

BMW X5 Second generation model years

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