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1997 BMW 850I E31

5.0L V12 M70RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Water Pump Torque Specs

for 1997 BMW 850i E31 5.0L V12 M70 · RWD
Units

6 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Coolant Hose Clamps
Spring clamps preferred
4 lb-ft · 5 Nm
Housing Bolts
Critical
13 lb-ft · 17 Nm
Pump Bolts
Critical
23 lb-ft · 31 Nm
Thermostat Housing Bolts
12 lb-ft · 16 Nm
Timing Cover Bolts
Critical
If accessed
18 lb-ft · 24 Nm
Water Pump Bolts
Critical
Torque in sequence
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
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