BMW 5 Series 4 (1995-2004) Torque Spec Settings
By OSX - Own work, Public Domain
Below you'll find the tightening torques for the BMW 5 Series 4 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 5 Series 4
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| Oil pan | Drainage plug | 25 | 18 |
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| Oil pan | Drainage plug | 25 | 18 |
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| Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 26 | 19 |
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| Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 24 | 18 |
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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: 1995 - 2004
- Generation: 4
- 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 | 25 | 18 |
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| Oil pan | Drainage plug | 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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| Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 26 | 19 |
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| Spark plugs | Spark plugs | 24 | 18 |
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| Engine mounts | Engine mount upper fastener | 65 | 48 |
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| Engine mounts | Engine mount upper fastener | 51 | 38 |
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| Engine mounts | Engine mount lower fastener | 65 | 48 |
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| Engine mounts | Engine mount lower fastener | 51 | 38 |
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| Sensor | ABS sensor to Steering knuckle fastener | 7 | 5 |
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| Sensor | ABS sensor to Steering knuckle fastener | 7 | 5 |
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| Sensor | ABS sensor to Stub axle fastener | 7 | 5 |
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| Sensor | MAF sensor fasteners | 8 | 6 |
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| Sensor | MAF sensor fasteners | 8 | 6 |
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| Sensor | Air duct to MAF sensor fasteners | 5 | 4 |
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| Sensor | Air duct to MAF sensor fasteners | 5 | 4 |
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| Battery | Ignition coil fasteners | 11 | 8 |
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| Battery | Ignition coil fasteners | 7 | 5 |
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| Water pump | Water pump fasteners | 9 | 7 |
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| Water pump | Water pump fasteners | 9 | 7 |
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| Water pump | Water pump pulley fastener | 17 | 13 |
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| Water pump | Water pump pulley fastener | 17 | 13 |
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| Radiator | Coolant pipe bracket | 11 | 8 |
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| Radiator | Coolant pipe bracket | 11 | 8 |
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| Radiator | Coolant hose fastener | 6 | 4 |
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| Radiator | Cooling fan fastener | 33 | 24 |
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| Radiator | Cooling fan fastener | 33 | 24 |
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| Radiator | Viscous fan clutch fastener | 40 | 30 |
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| Radiator | Thermostat housing fasteners | 7 | 5 |
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| Radiator | Thermostat housing fasteners | 7 | 5 |
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| Valve cover | Engine valve cover fasteners | 15 | 11 |
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drivetrain torque settings
Save to email ✉️| Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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| Wheel hub assembly | Front hub | 110 | 81 |
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| Wheel hub assembly | Front hub | 110 | 81 |
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steering torque settings
Save to email ✉️| Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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| Tie rod end | Tie rod end to Steering knuckle fastening nut | 65 | 48 | Use drive socket #18 |
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| Tie rod end | Tie rod end to Steering knuckle fastening nut | 65 | 48 | Use drive socket #18 |
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| Tie rod end | Tie rod end locknut | 51 | 38 |
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| Tie rod end | Tie rod end locknut | 51 | 38 |
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exhaust torque settings
Save to email ✉️| Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to | |
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| EGR | EGR cooler fasteners | 6 | 4 | Use HEX No.H5 |
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| EGR | EGR cooler fasteners | 12 | 9 | Use drive socket #13 |
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| EGR | EGR cooler bracket | 14 | 10 |
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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 disc fasteners | 16 | 12 |
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| Disc brake | Front brake disc fasteners | 16 | 12 |
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| Disc brake | Rear brake disc fasteners | 16 | 12 |
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| Disc brake | Front brake caliper fasteners | 30 | 22 |
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| Disc brake | Front brake caliper fasteners | 30 | 22 |
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| Disc brake | Rear brake caliper fasteners | 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 | Rear brake caliper bracket | 65 | 48 |
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| Disc brake | Rear brake caliper bracket | 110 | 81 |
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| Disc brake | Front brake caliper bleed screw | 13 | 10 |
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| Disc brake | Front brake caliper bleed screw | 13 | 10 |
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| Disc brake | Rear brake caliper bleed screw | 11 | 8 |
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| Brake line | Brake pipe to Front brake caliper fastener | 22 | 16 |
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| Brake line | Brake pipe to Front brake caliper fastener | 22 | 16 |
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| Brake line | Brake pipe to Rear brake caliper fastener | 22 | 16 |
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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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| Struts | Front shock strut piston rod nut | 64 | 47 |
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| Struts | Front shock strut piston rod nut | 64 | 47 |
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| Struts | Rear shock strut piston rod nut | 27 | 20 |
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| Struts | Front shock strut to Steering knuckle lower fasteners | 81 | 60 |
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| Struts | Front shock strut to Steering knuckle lower fasteners | 81 | 60 |
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| Shock absorbers/shocks | Front shock absorber strut mount upper fastener | 24 | 18 |
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| Shock absorbers/shocks | Front shock absorber strut mount upper fastener | 24 | 18 |
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| Shock absorbers/shocks | Rear shock absorber strut mount upper fastener | 24 | 18 |
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| Shock absorbers/shocks | Rear shock absorber lower fastener | 127 | 94 |
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| Stabilizer bar | Front stabilizer link to Stabilizer bar fastener | 65 | 48 |
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| Stabilizer bar | Front stabilizer link to Stabilizer bar fastener | 65 | 48 |
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| Stabilizer bar | Rear stabilizer link to Stabilizer bar fastener | 60 | 44 |
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| Stabilizer bar | Rear stabilizer link to Stabilizer bar fastener | 60 | 44 |
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| Stabilizer bar | Rear stabilizer bar to Control arm fastener | 60 | 44 |
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| Stabilizer bar | Rear stabilizer bar to Control arm fastener | 60 | 44 |
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| Sway bar links/Stabilizer links | Front stabilizer link bracket fastener | 60 | 44 |
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| Sway bar links/Stabilizer links | Front stabilizer link bracket fastener | 65 | 48 |
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| Sway bar links/Stabilizer links | Stabilizer link to Front shock strut fastener | 65 | 48 |
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| Sway bar links/Stabilizer links | Stabilizer link to Front shock strut fastener | 65 | 48 |
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| Control arm | Suspension arm to Rear knuckle fastener | 142 | 105 |
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| Control arm | Suspension arm to Rear knuckle fastener | 165 | 122 |
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| Control arm | Control arm to Subframe front fastener | 110 | 81 |
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| Control arm | Control arm to Subframe front fastener | 110 | 81 |
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| Control arm | Control arm to Body subframe rear fastener | 110 | 81 |
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| Control arm | Control arm to Body subframe rear fastener | 110 | 81 |
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| Ball joint | Ball joint fasteners | 80 | 59 |
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general torque settings
Save to email ✉️| Part | Description | Torque (Nm) | Torque (ft/lbs) | Remarks | Applies to |
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By Rudolf Stricker - Own work, Attribution
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