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2002 BMW X5 4.6IS E53

4.6L V8 M62TUAWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 2002 BMW X5 4.6is E53 4.6L V8 M62TU · AWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Central bolt, intake VANOS sprocket to camshaft
Critical
74 lb-ft · 100 Nm
Chain tensioner plug (upper)
Critical
30 lb-ft · 40 Nm
Lower timing cover bolts (M8)
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
Upper timing cover bolts (M6)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Vibration damper (crankshaft pulley) to hub bolts
Critical
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
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