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2003 MINI COOPER

1.6L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
4 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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Valve Springs - All Torque Specs

for 2003 Mini Cooper 1.6L I4 · FWD
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10 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft Cap Bolts
Critical
Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
10 lb-ft · 14 Nm
Cover Bolts
11 lb-ft · 15 Nm
Gasket Bolts
Critical
14 lb-ft · 19 Nm
Mounting Bolts
Critical
33 lb-ft · 45 Nm
Mounting Bolts
19 lb-ft · 26 Nm
Rocker Arm Bolts
Critical
Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
22 lb-ft · 30 Nm
Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts
Critical
Tighten evenly in sequence
18 lb-ft · 25 Nm
Sensor Bolts
8 lb-ft · 10 Nm
Spark Plugs - Aluminum Head
Critical
Apply anti-seize to threads
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Tighten in sequence
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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