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1996 BMW 318IS E36

1.8L I4RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Radiator Cap Torque Specs

for 1996 BMW 318is E36 1.8L I4 · RWD
Units

10 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Cover Screws
8 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Drain Petcock
Hand tight
5 lb-ft · 7 Nm
Fan Bolts
8 lb-ft · 11 Nm
Hose Clamps
3 lb-ft · 4 Nm
Hose Clamps
Do not overtighten
3 lb-ft · 4 Nm
Housing Bolts
Critical
10 lb-ft · 13 Nm
Mounting Bolts
19 lb-ft · 26 Nm
Pump Bolts
Critical
Torque in sequence
17 lb-ft · 23 Nm
Pump Bolts
Critical
17 lb-ft · 23 Nm
Thermostat Housing Bolts
Critical
10 lb-ft · 14 Nm
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