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2011 BMW M3 E90

4.0L V8 S65•RWD•DCT•gas

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Variable Valve Timing Actuator Torque Specs

for 2011 BMW M3 E90 4.0L V8 S65 · RWD

Units

12 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Cam Phaser Bolt

Critical

Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary

48 lb-ft · 65 Nm

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt

Critical

Hold cam with wrench on hex

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Cover Bolts

14 lb-ft · 19 Nm

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Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

Critical

Often TTY - check spec, may require impact

133 lb-ft · 180 Nm

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Gasket Bolts

Critical

17 lb-ft · 23 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

Critical

40 lb-ft · 55 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

23 lb-ft · 31 Nm

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Sensor Bolts

9 lb-ft · 12 Nm

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Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt

Critical

Install with pin/clip to compress

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm

Critical

Tighten in sequence

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

Tighten in sequence

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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VVT Solenoid Bolt

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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