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1990 BMW 525IT E34

2.5L I6 M50 TouringRWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 1990 BMW 525iT E34 2.5L I6 M50 Touring · RWD
Units

6 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft sprocket bolt (M8)
Critical
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Chain tensioner plug
Critical
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
Crankshaft hub/pulley center bolt
Critical
302 lb-ft · 410 Nm
Lower timing cover bolts (M6)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Upper timing cover bolts
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Vibration damper to hub bolts
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
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