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1997 BMW 540I

4.4L V8 M62•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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drivetrain

Differential Rebuild - Rear Torque Specs

for 1997 BMW 540i 4.4L V8 M62 · RWD

Units

9 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Axle Nut

Critical

Use new nut, stake after

180 lb-ft · 244 Nm

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Cover Bolts

Critical

RTV sealant

25 lb-ft · 34 Nm

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CV Bolts

Critical

45 lb-ft · 61 Nm

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CV Joint Bolts

Critical

45 lb-ft · 61 Nm

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Differential Cover Bolts

Critical

Apply RTV sealant

25 lb-ft · 34 Nm

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Drain Plug

Critical

New washer

30 lb-ft · 41 Nm

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Driveshaft Bolts

Critical

55 lb-ft · 75 Nm

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Fill Plug

Critical

30 lb-ft · 41 Nm

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Wheel Lug Nuts

Critical

100 lb-ft · 136 Nm

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