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2001 BMW M COUPE E36/8

3.2L I6 S52RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2001 BMW M Coupe E36/8 3.2L I6 S52 · RWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft sprocket bolts (M7)
Critical
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Chain tensioner plug
Critical
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/hub bolt (central)
Critical
221 lb-ft · 300 Nm
Lower timing cover bolts (M6)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Upper timing chain guide bolts
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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