2002-2006 Mini Cooper Cylinder Head R&R Torque Specs

1.6L I4

Applies to 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006 Mini Cooper

Labor Time:6 hours

Torque Values (19 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
⚠️ Camshaft Sprocket Bolt	80	59	Hold cam with wrench on hex
Cover Bolts	15	11	—
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	19	14	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
Mounting Bolts	26	19	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	45	33	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
Sensor Bolts	10	8	—
Thermostat Housing Bolts	15	11	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for cylinder head r&r on a 2002-2006 Mini Cooper is 14 Nm (10 lb-ft). Note: Tighten in sequence, 3 passes

There are 19 torque specifications for cylinder head r&r on the 2002-2006 Mini Cooper 1.6L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.