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2001 BMW 740IL E38

4.4L V8 M62RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2001 BMW 740iL E38 4.4L V8 M62 · RWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft sprocket bolts (M62TU VANOS hub)
Critical
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/vibration damper bolt (central)
Critical
302 lb-ft · 410 Nm
Lower timing cover bolts (M6/M8)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Primary chain tensioner (into cover)
Critical
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
Upper timing cover bolts
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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