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2008 BMW 528I

3.0L I6 N52RWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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electrical

Third Brake Light Torque Specs

for 2008 BMW 528i 3.0L I6 N52 · RWD
Units

11 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Battery Terminal Bolts
Critical
Do not overtighten | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
4 lb-ft · 6 Nm
Bracket Bolts
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
Connector Screws
3 lb-ft · 4 Nm
Cover Screws
8 lb-ft · 11 Nm
Ground Bolt
Critical
11 lb-ft · 14 Nm
Ground Strap Bolt
Critical
Clean contact surfaces
10 lb-ft · 14 Nm
Ground Strap Bolts
Critical
Ensure clean contact | ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
9 lb-ft · 12 Nm
Module Mounting Bolts
Critical
⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
6 lb-ft · 8 Nm
Mounting Bolts
Critical
26 lb-ft · 35 Nm
Sensor Mounting Bolts
Critical
⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Terminal Bolts
Critical
5 lb-ft · 7 Nm
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