2009-2016 BMW Z4 Front Main Seal Torque Specs

3.0L I6

Applies to 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016 BMW Z4

Labor Time:5.4 hours

Torque Values (13 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	18	13	—
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	22	16	Clean mating surfaces
⚠️ Harmonic Balancer Bolt	180	133	Often TTY, may need impact
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Front section only
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 10mm	45	33	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for front main seal on a 2009-2016 BMW Z4 is 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).

There are 13 torque specifications for front main seal on the 2009-2016 BMW Z4 3.0L I6, covering all related fasteners and components.