BMW 3 Series 3 (1992-1999) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the BMW 3 Series 3 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque specs for BMW 3 Series 3

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

To make sure these are the correct tightening torque values, you can use the data below to verify this is the right model.

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  • Production years: 1992 - 1999
  • Generation: 3
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Cylinder head Cylinder head screws 80 59 First stage
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
  • M51D25UL
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Cylinder head Cylinder head screws 50 37 Third stage
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
  • M51D25UL
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Crankshaft Crankshaft central screws 100 74 First stage
  • 2.5L Diesel Engine
  • M51D25UL
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a 3 Series 3

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