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2004 BMW X5 3.0I E53

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Timing Chain Kit Torque Specs

for 2004 BMW X5 3.0i E53 3.0L I6 M54 · AWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Central bolt for VANOS sprocket
Critical
74 lb-ft · 100 Nm
Chain tensioner plug
Critical
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
Crankshaft hub center bolt (M16)
Critical
302 lb-ft · 410 Nm
Valve cover bolts
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Vibration damper to hub bolts
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
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