Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2012 BMW X3 2.0L Turbo I4 · AWD

Units

4 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft sprocket bolts (Vanos)

Critical

15 lb-ft · 20 Nm

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Chain tensioner (screw-in)

Critical

44 lb-ft · 60 Nm

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Crankshaft pulley/central bolt

Critical

74 lb-ft · 100 Nm

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Valve cover bolts

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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