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
Camshaft Camshaft timing gear 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M43B19
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Camshaft Camshaft timing gear 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M43B19
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Camshaft Inlet camshaft wheel 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Camshaft Inlet camshaft wheel 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Camshaft Inlet camshaft wheel 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Camshaft Inlet camshaft wheel 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Camshaft Inlet camshaft wheel 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M42B18
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Camshaft Inlet camshaft wheel 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M42B18
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Camshaft Outlet camshaft wheel 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Camshaft Outlet camshaft wheel 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Camshaft Outlet camshaft wheel 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Camshaft Outlet camshaft wheel 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Camshaft Outlet camshaft wheel 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M42B18
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Camshaft Outlet camshaft wheel 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M42B18
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Crankshaft Crankshaft central bolts 330 243
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Crankshaft Crankshaft central bolts 330 243
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain tensioner locking screws 40 30 M22x1.5 screws
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Chain tensioner locking screws 40 30 M22x1.5 screws
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing case cover 47 35 M10
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing case cover 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing case cover 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing case cover 22 16 M8
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel screws 120 89
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel screws 120 89
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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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
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 23 17 M8
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 10 7 M6
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
 unverified source
Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 15 11 M7
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold nuts 23 17 M8
  • 1.9L Gasoline Engine
  • M44B19
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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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