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BMW 325i (E36) Torque Specifications

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Engine code: 25 6S 2

Power: 141 kW (192hp) @ 5900 rpm

Production years: 1992-1997

Cylinder Head

Renew bolts: Yes

Tighten bolts in the following stages:

  1. 30-32 Nm
  2. 90°
  3. 90°
Cylinder head tightening sequence

Engine Torque Specs

Component Torque
Main bearingsRenew bolts/nuts: No
Stage 1: 20-25 Nm
Stage 2: 47°-53°
Big end bearingsRenew bolts/nuts: No
Stage 1: 5 Nm
Stage 2: 20 Nm+70°
Oil pump to cylinder block22 Nm
Sump boltsM6 x 8.8 = 10 Nm
M6 x 10.9 = 12 Nm.
Sump drain boltM12 = 25 Nm
M18 = 30 Nm
M22 = 60 Nm.
Flywheel/driveplate113-130 Nm
Clutch pressure plateUse new bolts.
M8 - 8.8 = 25 Nm
M8 - 10.9 = 34 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt390-430 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 = 15 Nm
M8 = 23 Nm.
Spark plugs30-33 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)55 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)20 Nm

Chassis Tightening Torques

Component Torque
Front hub290 Nm (Use new nuts/bolts)
Rear hubUse new nuts.
Lightly oil contact surface.
M22 = 200 Nm
M24 = 250 Nm
M27 = 300 Nm
Steering track rod end33-40 Nm
Brake disc to hub (Front)16 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier (Front)28 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub (Front)110 Nm
Brake disc to hub (Rear)16 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier (Rear)28 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub (Rear)67 Nm
Back plate 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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