Replace the screws, do not wash off the coating. See figure 1.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Third stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreValve cover
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine block
Crankshaft central screws
324.53 lbf⋅ft324.53 lbf⋅ft440 N⋅m
Replace nut.
Crankshaft pulley
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Drive plate
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Flywheel
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Replace and lightly oil the screws.
expand_moreEngine lubrication
Oil drain plug
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreExhaust manifold
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.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2002 BMW Z8 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 Z8 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 2002 BMW Z8 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
