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1990 BMW 318IS E30

1.8L I4 M42RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Kit Torque Specs

for 1990 BMW 318is E30 1.8L I4 M42 · RWD
Units

4 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft sprocket bolt
Critical
52 lb-ft · 71 Nm
Crankshaft hub center bolt
Critical
302 lb-ft · 410 Nm
Tensioner plug
Critical
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
Timing cover bolts (M6)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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