BMW 3 Series 6 (2011-2017) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the BMW 3 Series 6 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 6

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F30
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Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F80
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Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F31
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Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F34
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 23 17
  • F30
  • N20
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Differential Drain plug 12 9
  • F30
  • ZF 8-Speed Transmission
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • F30
  • F80
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • F30
  • F80
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • F31
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • F31
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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: 2011 - 2017
  • Generation: 6
  • 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
Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F30
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Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F80
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Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F31
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Oil pan Drainage plug 30 22
  • F34
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Oil filter Oil filter housing cover 25 18
  • F30
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Oil filter Oil filter housing cover 25 18
  • F80
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Oil filter Oil filter housing cover 25 18
  • F31
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Oil filter Oil filter housing cover 25 18
  • F34
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Oil filter Oil filter housing bolts 22 16
  • F30
  • N20
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 23 17
  • F30
  • N20
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Fuel/Oil cooler Oil cooler bolts 18 13
  • F30
  • N20
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Serpentine belt tensioner bolts 19 14
  • F30
  • N20
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Fuel system High-pressure fuel pump bolts 12 9
  • F30
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Fuel system Fuel line fittings 13 10
  • F30
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Fuel system Fuel injector hold-downs 10 7
  • F30
  • N20
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Fill plug 35 26 M18x1.5 plugs
  • F30
  • ZF 8-Speed Transmission
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Differential Fill plug 80 59 M30x1.5 plugs
  • F30
  • ZF 8-Speed Transmission
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Differential Front differential fill plugs 60 44
  • F30
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Differential Rear differential fill plugs 60 44
  • F30
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Differential Drain plug 12 9
  • F30
  • ZF 8-Speed Transmission
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Differential Front differential drain plugs 60 44
  • F30
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Differential Rear differential drain plugs 60 44
  • F30
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Wheel hub assembly Front wheel bearing bolts 80 59
  • F30
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Wheel hub assembly Wheel hub axle bolt 210 155
  • F30
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission oil pan screws 10 7 Steel screws
  • F30
  • ZF 8-Speed Transmission
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission oil pan screws 4 3 Aluminium screws
  • F30
  • ZF 8-Speed Transmission
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Steering knuckle Front knuckle pinch bolt 44 32
  • F30
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Steering knuckle Rear knuckle bolt 100 74
  • F30
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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
Disc brake Front brake caliper 30 22
  • F30
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Disc brake Front brake caliper 30 22
  • F80
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Disc brake Front brake caliper 30 22
  • F31
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Disc brake Front brake caliper 30 22
  • F34
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Disc brake Front brake caliper guide pins 28 21
  • F30
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper guide pins 28 21
  • F30
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper 30 22
  • F30
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper 30 22
  • F30
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bracket 110 81
  • F30
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bracket 110 81
  • F80
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bracket 110 81
  • F31
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bracket 110 81
  • F34
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper bracket 50 37
  • F30
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Disc brake Front brake disc fastening 9 7
  • F30
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Disc brake Front brake disc fastening 9 7
  • F80
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Disc brake Front brake disc fastening 9 7
  • F31
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Disc brake Front brake disc fastening 9 7
  • F34
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • F30
  • F80
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • F31
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock mount bolts 28 21
  • F30
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock lower bolt 100 74
  • F30
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Control arm Thrust arm bolt 100 74
  • F30
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Control arm Thrust arm mounting bolt 100 74
  • F30
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Control arm Control arm mounting bolt 100 74
  • F30
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Control arm Upper control arm inner and outer bolts 100 74
  • F30
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Control arm Lower control arm 100 74
  • F30
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Trailing arm Trailing arm inner and outer bolts 100 74
  • F30
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Ball joint Thrust arm ball joint nut 175 129
  • F30
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Ball joint Lower control arm ball joint nut 175 129
  • F30
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a 3 Series 6

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