BMW 3 Series 6 (2011-2017) Torque Spec Settings
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 | |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 23 | 17 |
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Differential | Drain plug | 12 | 9 |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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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
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Oil pan | Drainage plug | 30 | 22 |
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Oil filter | Oil filter housing cover | 25 | 18 |
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Oil filter | Oil filter housing cover | 25 | 18 |
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Oil filter | Oil filter housing cover | 25 | 18 |
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Oil filter | Oil filter housing cover | 25 | 18 |
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Oil filter | Oil filter housing bolts | 22 | 16 |
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Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 23 | 17 |
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Fuel/Oil cooler | Oil cooler bolts | 18 | 13 |
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains | Serpentine belt tensioner bolts | 19 | 14 |
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Fuel system | High-pressure fuel pump bolts | 12 | 9 |
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Fuel system | Fuel line fittings | 13 | 10 |
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Fuel system | Fuel injector hold-downs | 10 | 7 |
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drivetrain torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Differential | Fill plug | 35 | 26 | M18x1.5 plugs |
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Differential | Fill plug | 80 | 59 | M30x1.5 plugs |
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Differential | Front differential fill plugs | 60 | 44 |
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Differential | Rear differential fill plugs | 60 | 44 |
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Differential | Drain plug | 12 | 9 |
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Differential | Front differential drain plugs | 60 | 44 |
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Differential | Rear differential drain plugs | 60 | 44 |
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Wheel hub assembly | Front wheel bearing bolts | 80 | 59 |
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Wheel hub assembly | Wheel hub axle bolt | 210 | 155 |
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Transmission fluid pan | Transmission oil pan screws | 10 | 7 | Steel screws |
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Transmission fluid pan | Transmission oil pan screws | 4 | 3 | Aluminium screws |
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steering torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Steering knuckle | Front knuckle pinch bolt | 44 | 32 |
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Steering knuckle | Rear knuckle bolt | 100 | 74 |
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exhaust torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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brakes torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper | 30 | 22 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper | 30 | 22 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper | 30 | 22 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper | 30 | 22 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper guide pins | 28 | 21 |
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Disc brake | Rear brake caliper guide pins | 28 | 21 |
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Disc brake | Rear brake caliper | 30 | 22 |
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Disc brake | Rear brake caliper | 30 | 22 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper bracket | 110 | 81 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper bracket | 110 | 81 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper bracket | 110 | 81 |
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Disc brake | Front brake caliper bracket | 110 | 81 |
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Disc brake | Rear brake caliper bracket | 50 | 37 |
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Disc brake | Front brake disc fastening | 9 | 7 |
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Disc brake | Front brake disc fastening | 9 | 7 |
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Disc brake | Front brake disc fastening | 9 | 7 |
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Disc brake | Front brake disc fastening | 9 | 7 |
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suspension torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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Wheels | Wheel bolts | 120 | 89 |
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Shock absorbers/shocks | Rear shock mount bolts | 28 | 21 |
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Shock absorbers/shocks | Rear shock lower bolt | 100 | 74 |
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Control arm | Thrust arm bolt | 100 | 74 |
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Control arm | Thrust arm mounting bolt | 100 | 74 |
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Control arm | Control arm mounting bolt | 100 | 74 |
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Control arm | Upper control arm inner and outer bolts | 100 | 74 |
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Control arm | Lower control arm | 100 | 74 |
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Trailing arm | Trailing arm inner and outer bolts | 100 | 74 |
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Ball joint | Thrust arm ball joint nut | 175 | 129 |
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Ball joint | Lower control arm ball joint nut | 175 | 129 |
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general torque settings
Save to email ✉️Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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