Timing Chain Kit Torque Specs

for 1990 BMW 740iL E32 4.0L V8 M60 · RWD

Units

4 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft sprocket bolt (M8)

Critical

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Crankshaft hub center bolt

Critical

302 lb-ft · 410 Nm

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Lower timing cover bolts (M8)

16 lb-ft · 22 Nm

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Tensioner plug

Critical

30 lb-ft · 40 Nm

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