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BMW 320i 2.2 (E46) Torque Specifications

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Engine code: 22 6S 1

Power: 125 kW (170hp) @ 6250 rpm

Production years: 2000-2007

Cylinder Head

Renew bolts: Yes

Tighten bolts in the following stages:

  1. 20 Nm
  2. 40 Nm
  3. 90°
  4. 90°
Cylinder head tightening sequence

Engine Torque Specs

Component Torque
Main bearingsRenew bolts/nuts: Yes
Stage 1: 20 Nm
Stage 2: 70°
Big end bearingsRenew bolts/nuts: Yes
Stage 1: 5 Nm
Stage 2: 20 Nm+70°
Oil pump to cylinder block23 Nm
Sump boltsM6 x 8.8 = 10 Nm
M6 x 10.9 = 12 Nm
M8 use new bolts and tighten to 30 Nm.
Sump drain boltM12 = 25 Nm
M18 = 30 Nm
M22 = 60 Nm.
Flywheel/driveplateUse new bolts.
Flywheel = 105 Nm
Drive plate = 120 Nm.
Clutch pressure plateUse new bolts.
M8 - 8.8 = 25 Nm
M8 - 10.9 = 34 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt410 Nm
Use new nuts/bolts.
Camshaft sprocket/gear1)5 Nm 2)20 Nm
Camshaft carrier/capM6 = 10 Nm
M7 = 15 Nm
M8 = 20 Nm.
Camshaft/rocker coverM6 = 10 Nm
M7 = 15 Nm.
Inlet manifold to cylinder headM8 = 22 Nm
M7 = 15 Nm
M6 = 10 Nm.
Exhaust manifold to cylinder headUse new nuts.
M6 = 10 Nm
M7 = 20 Nm
M8 = 23 Nm.
Exhaust downpipe to manifold45 Nm
Spark plugsM12 = 23±3 Nm
M14 = 30±3 Nm.
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor10 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor9 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor20 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)50 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)20 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch27 Nm

Chassis Tightening Torques

Component Torque
Front hub290 Nm
Rear hubUse new nut
M22 = 200 Nm
M24 = 250 Nm
M27 = 300 Nm.
Steering track rod end65 Nm
Brake disc to hub (Front)16 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier (Front)30 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub (Front)110 Nm
Brake disc to hub (Rear)16 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier (Rear)30 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub (Rear)65 Nm
Road wheels120±10 Nm
Lightly coat mating surfaces between wheel centre hole and hub (use grease).
Do NOT lubricate bolts.

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