2006-2011 BMW 328i Piston Rings - All Torque Specs

3.0L I6

Applies to 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 BMW 328i

Labor Time:27 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	17	13	—
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—

The primary torque specification for piston rings - all on a 2006-2011 BMW 328i is 45 Nm (33 lb-ft). Note: TTY - critical torque plus angle

There are 11 torque specifications for piston rings - all on the 2006-2011 BMW 328i 3.0L I6, covering all related fasteners and components.