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2000 BMW X5 3.0I E53

3.0L I6 M54•AWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2000 BMW X5 3.0i E53 3.0L I6 M54 · AWD

Units

5 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Central bolt for VANOS sprocket (intake/exhaust)

Critical

74 lb-ft · 100 Nm

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Chain tensioner plug (upper)

Critical

30 lb-ft · 40 Nm

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Crankshaft hub/pulley center bolt (M16)

Critical

302 lb-ft · 410 Nm

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Cylinder head cover (valve cover) bolts

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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Vibration damper to hub bolts

16 lb-ft · 22 Nm

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