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1999 BMW 540IT E39

4.4L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
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Timing Chain Torque Specs

for 1999 BMW 540iT E39 4.4L V8 · RWD
Units

5 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft sprocket bolts (M8)
Critical
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/vibration damper bolt
Critical
89 lb-ft · 120 Nm
Lower timing cover bolts (M8)
16 lb-ft · 22 Nm
Primary chain tensioner (into cover)
Critical
33 lb-ft · 45 Nm
Upper timing cover bolts (M6)
7 lb-ft · 10 Nm
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