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2003 BMW M5

4.9L V8 S62RWDAUTOMATICgas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2003 BMW M5 4.9L V8 S62 · RWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft sprocket bolts (intake/exhaust)
Critical
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Crankshaft hub center bolt
Critical
310 lb-ft · 420 Nm
Primary chain tensioner plug
37 lb-ft · 50 Nm
Timing cover bolts (M6)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
VANOS unit to cylinder head bolts
Critical
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
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