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1997 BMW 528I

2.8L I6 M52•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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engine

Timing Chain Kit Torque Specs

for 1997 BMW 528i 2.8L I6 M52 · RWD

Units

5 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft sprocket bolts

Critical

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Crankshaft central bolt

Critical

302 lb-ft · 410 Nm

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Lower timing cover bolts (M6)

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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Oil pump sprocket nut

Critical

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Upper tensioner plug

Critical

30 lb-ft · 40 Nm

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