2009-2016 BMW Z4 Battery Test Torque Specs

3.0L I6

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

Labor Time:0.3 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Air Box Clips	5	4	—
Battery Hold-Down Bolt	11	8	Do not overtighten
⚠️ Battery Terminal Bolts	7	5	Clean terminals
Bracket Bolts	22	16	—
Connector Bolts	7	5	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Ground Cable Bolt	14	11	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	140	103	Torque in star pattern

The primary torque specification for battery test on a 2009-2016 BMW Z4 is 5 Nm (4 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for battery test on the 2009-2016 BMW Z4 3.0L I6, covering all related fasteners and components.