engine

Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2012 BMW X3 3.0L Turbo I6 · AWD

Units

5 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft sprocket/VANOS bolt (intake & exhaust)

Critical

44 lb-ft · 60 Nm

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Chain tensioner (screw-in body)

Critical

48 lb-ft · 65 Nm

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Crankshaft hub/pulley center bolt (replace, angle-tightened)

Critical

148 lb-ft · 200 Nm

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Timing cover bolts (M8)

16 lb-ft · 22 Nm

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Valve cover bolts

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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