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1997 BMW 318I

1.9L I4 M44RWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor595Torque2407Fluid7DTC642Battery0Maintenance0Recalls1
drivetrain

Differential Fluid Change Torque Specs

for 1997 BMW 318i 1.9L I4 M44 · RWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Axle Nut
Critical
180 lb-ft · 244 Nm
Cover Bolts
Critical
RTV sealant
25 lb-ft · 34 Nm
CV Bolts
Critical
45 lb-ft · 61 Nm
Drain Plug
Critical
New washer
30 lb-ft · 41 Nm
Fill Plug
Critical
30 lb-ft · 41 Nm
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