Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2001 BMW 540iT E39 4.4L V8 M62 Touring · RWD

Units

4 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft sprocket bolts (VANOS)

Critical

22 lb-ft · 30 Nm

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Crankshaft hub/pulley center bolt

Critical

302 lb-ft · 410 Nm

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Primary chain tensioner plug

30 lb-ft · 40 Nm

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Timing/upper cover bolts (M6)

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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