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1997 BMW 328IS E36

2.8L I6 M52RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 1997 BMW 328is E36 2.8L I6 M52 · RWD
Units

6 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft sprocket bolt (Inlet/Exhaust)
Critical
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Crankshaft central (vibration damper) bolt
Critical
302 lb-ft · 410 Nm
Lower timing cover bolts (M6)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Oil pump sprocket nut
Critical
18 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Upper timing chain tensioner plug
Critical
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
Vibration damper-to-hub bolts
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
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