BMW 5 Series 4 (1995-2004) Torque Spec Settings

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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

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drainage plug 25 18
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 26 19
  • E39
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • E39
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • E39
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • E39
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Wheels Wheel bolts 120 89
  • E39
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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

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drainage plug 25 18
  • E39
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Oil filter Oil filter housing cover 25 18
  • E39
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 26 19
  • E39
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Engine mounts Engine mount upper fastener 65 48
  • E39
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Engine mounts Engine mount lower fastener 65 48
  • E39
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Sensor ABS sensor to Steering knuckle fastener 7 5
  • E39
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Sensor MAF sensor fasteners 8 6
  • E39
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Sensor Air duct to MAF sensor fasteners 5 4
  • E39
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Battery Ignition coil fasteners 11 8
  • E39
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Water pump Water pump fasteners 9 7
  • E39
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Water pump Water pump pulley fastener 17 13
  • E39
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Radiator Coolant pipe bracket 11 8
  • E39
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Radiator Cooling fan fastener 33 24
  • E39
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Radiator Viscous fan clutch fastener 40 30
  • E39
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Radiator Thermostat housing fasteners 7 5
  • E39
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Valve cover Engine valve cover fasteners 15 11
  • E39
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheel hub assembly Front hub 110 81
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Tie rod end to Steering knuckle fastening nut 65 48 Use drive socket #18
  • E39
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Tie rod end Tie rod end locknut 51 38
  • E39
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
EGR EGR cooler fasteners 6 4 Use HEX No.H5
  • E39
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EGR EGR cooler fasteners 12 9 Use drive socket #13
  • E39
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EGR EGR cooler bracket 14 10
  • E39
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Front brake disc fasteners 16 12
  • E39
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Disc brake Rear brake disc fasteners 16 12
  • E39
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Disc brake Front brake caliper fasteners 30 22
  • E39
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper fasteners 30 22
  • E39
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bracket 110 81
  • E39
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper bracket 65 48
  • E39
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bleed screw 13 10
  • E39
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper bleed screw 11 8
  • E39
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Brake line Brake pipe to Front brake caliper fastener 22 16
  • E39
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Brake line Brake pipe to Rear brake caliper fastener 22 16
  • E39
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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
  • E39
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Struts Front shock strut piston rod nut 64 47
  • E39
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Struts Rear shock strut piston rod nut 27 20
  • E39
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Struts Front shock strut to Steering knuckle lower fasteners 81 60
  • E39
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber strut mount upper fastener 24 18
  • E39
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber strut mount upper fastener 24 18
  • E39
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower fastener 127 94
  • E39
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Stabilizer bar Front stabilizer link to Stabilizer bar fastener 65 48
  • E39
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer link to Stabilizer bar fastener 60 44
  • E39
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Stabilizer bar Rear stabilizer bar to Control arm fastener 60 44
  • E39
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer link bracket fastener 60 44
  • E39
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Stabilizer link to Front shock strut fastener 65 48
  • E39
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Control arm Suspension arm to Rear knuckle fastener 142 105
  • E39
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Control arm Control arm to Subframe front fastener 110 81
  • E39
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Control arm Control arm to Body subframe rear fastener 110 81
  • E39
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Ball joint Ball joint fasteners 80 59
  • E39
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a 5 Series 4

By Rudolf Stricker - Own work, Attribution


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