BMW 6 Series 2 (2003-2010) Torque Spec Settings

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the BMW 6 Series 2 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 6 Series 2

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Oil drain plug 65 48 3AZ, with sealing ring
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Differential Oil drain plug 65 48 3AZ, with sealing ring
  • E64
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
unverified source
Differential Oil drain plug 60 44 9AZ, with O-ring
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Differential Oil drain plug 60 44 9AZ, with O-ring
  • E64
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 8 6
  • 6HP19 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 8 6
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain plug 8 6
  • 6HP28 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 25 18
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 110 81
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 130 96
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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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: 2003 - 2010
  • Generation: 2
  • 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
Spark plugs Spark plug 31 23
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Sensor Control rod/Jointed rod to Ride height sensor 8 6
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Sensor Rotation rate sensor/DSC sensor to Holder 8 6 3AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Sensor Front and rear ACC pressure sensor to brake line 25 18 12AZ, Minimum torque
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Sensor Front and rear ACC pressure sensor to brake line 30 22 12AZ, Maximum torque
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Sensor Lateral acceleration sensor to Body 8 6
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Sensor Ride level sensor to Holder 5 4
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Sensor Ride level sensor to Rear axle carrier 8 6
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Starter Electrical leads to Starter 5 4 5mm
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Starter Electrical leads to Starter 7 5 6mm
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Starter Electrical leads to Starter 13 10 8mm
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Valve cover Valve body to Transmission 8 6
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Differential Oil drain plug 65 48 3AZ, with sealing ring
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Differential Oil drain plug 65 48 3AZ, with sealing ring
  • E64
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Differential Oil drain plug 60 44 9AZ, with O-ring
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Differential Oil drain plug 60 44 9AZ, with O-ring
  • E64
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Wheel hub assembly Bearing unit on Wheel carrier 100 74
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Wheel hub assembly Pulse generator to Swivel bearing/wheel carrier 8 6 6AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch housing to Crankcase 27 20
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch housing to Crankcase 51 38
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch housing to Crankcase 86 63
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch master cylidner to Bearing block 22 16
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch master cylinder fitting screw 22 16
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch master cylinder to Pedal assembly 10 7
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch slave cylinder to Clutch housing/transmission case 22 16
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Clutch slave cylinder to Clutch housing/transmission case 22 16
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Clutch assembly Hydraulic pipes coupling bolts 14 10
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Clutch assembly Hydraulic unit pressure accumulator 40 30
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexible disk to Front axle differential 60 44
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexible disk to Transmission output flange 64 47 Aluminium, M10 10.9 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexible disk to Transmission output flange 90 66 Aluminium, M12 10.9 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexible disk to Propeller shaft and Transmission output flange 48 35 Steel, M10 8.8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexible disk to Propeller shaft and Transmission output flange 64 47 Steel, M10 10.9 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flexible disk to Propeller shaft and Transmission output flange 90 66 Steel, M12 8.8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Transmission fluid pan Oil drain plug 25 18
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain and Fill plug 35 26 M18x1.5 Hexagon socket thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain and Fill plug 25 18 M12x1.5
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain and Fill plug 35 26 M18x1.5 Hexagon socket thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain and Fill plug 25 18 M12x1.5
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain and Fill plug 35 26 M18x1.5 Hexagon socket thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain and Fill plug 25 18 M12x1.5
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Drain and Fill plug 50 37
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Oil filler plug 35 26
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Oil filler plug 80 59
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 24 18 Hex screws, M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 45 33 Hex screws, M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 82 60 Hex screws, M12 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 21 15 Torx botls, M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 42 31 Torx botls, M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 72 53 Torx botls, M12 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 25 18 Hex screws, M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 49 36 Hex screws, M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 74 55 Hex screws, M12 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 22 16 Screw with torx head, M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 43 32 Screw with torx head, M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 72 53 Screw with torx head, M12 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 9 7 M6 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 25 18 Hex screws, M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 49 36 Hex screws, M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 74 55 Hex screws, M12 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 22 16 Screw with torx head, M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 43 32 Screw with torx head, M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 72 53 Screw with torx head, M12 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission to Engine 9 7 M6 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember to Body 21 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember to Body 21 15 M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember to Body 42 31 M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember to Body 21 15 M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember to Body 42 31 M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember to Body 21 15 M8 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission crossmember to Body 42 31 M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Transmission oil sump 10 7
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission fluid pan Protecting plate/Valve block to Transmission 20 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Protecting plate/Valve block to Transmission 20 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Protecting plate/Valve block to Transmission 20 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Transmission/transmission crossmember 19 14
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Transmission support bracket/Transmission crossmember 21 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Transmission support bracket/Transmission crossmember 21 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Transmission support bracket/Transmission crossmember 21 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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Transmission mount/case Transmission mount to Crossmember 21 15
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Transmission mount/case Transmission support block to Transmission 38 28
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Torque converter Torque converter to Flywheel 45 33
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transfer Shift lever clamping screw 10 7
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transfer Transmission selector lever 10 7
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Transfer Cable on shift tower 15 11
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Transfer Interlock cable on shift tower 7 5
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Rear axle shaft nut 420 310
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear axle drive flange 64 47 Universal joint compression nut
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear axle drive flange 85 63 Universal joint torx bolt
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear axle drive flange 70 52 Constant-velocity joint torx bolt E60
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear axle drive flange 32 24 Constant-velocity compression nut M8 thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear axle drive flange 64 47 Compression nut M10 thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear axle drive flange 43 32 Finned nut M8 thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Driveshaft to Rear axle drive flange 52 38 Finned nut M10 thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • 6HP26 A/T
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Drive/Axle shaft Drive flange to Axle shaft collar nut 420 310 27mm Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 83 61 Fillister head bolt
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 96 71 Fillister head bolt, 10mm thread with locking teeth
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 110 81 Fillister head bolt, 12mm thread with locking teeth
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 83 61 Torx bolt
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 64 47 Torx bolt, black, 8mm thread with ribbed teeth
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 52 38 Torx bolt, silver, 8mm thread with ribbed teeth
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 80 59 Torx bolt, silver, 10mm thread with ribbed teeth
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Drive/Axle shaft Output shaft to Final drive unit and Drive flange 135 100 Torx bolt, silver, 12mm thread with ribbed teeth
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Transmission fluid pan Output flange 200 148 Step 1
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Output flange 140 103 Step 3
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Output flange 200 148 Step 1
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Output flange 140 103 Step 3
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53BZ SMG M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Output flange 200 148 Step 1
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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Transmission fluid pan Output flange 140 103 Step 3
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
  • GS6-53DZ M/T
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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/axial joint to Rack 110 81 2AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Tie rod end Tie rod end to Tie rod clamping nut 51 38 5AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Tie rod end Tie rod end to Steering knuckle/swivel bearing nut 165 122 3AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Tie rod end Tie rod end nut 32 24 Minimum torque
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Tie rod end Tie rod end nut 40 30 Maximum torque
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Steering knuckle Protective plate to Steering knuckle screws 12 9 5AZ, M6 thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Steering rack Universal joint/Coupling to Steering gear/Steering spindle nuts and screws 22 16
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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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 disc to Wheel hub screws 16 12 1AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Disc brake Front brake caliper to Steering knuckle screws 110 81 2AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Brake line Hydraulic lines connecting nuts 30 22 Pressure/Control
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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Brake line Hydraulic lines connecting nuts 35 26 Return
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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ABS Hydraulic unit control unit 3 2 1AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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ABS Hydraulic unit bracket 8 6 9AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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ABS Hydraulic unit to Body bracket 8 6 10AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
  • N62 V8
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Wheel lug nut 110 81
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Wheels Wheel lug nut 130 96
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Struts Spring strut mount to Wheel arch 24 18 18mm
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Struts Spring strut mount to Wheel arch 34 25 21mm
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Stabilizer link on Anti-roll bar/swinging arm 65 48 M10 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Stabilizer link on Anti-roll bar/swinging arm 100 74 M12 Thread
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Control arm Wishbone to Front axle support bolt 100 74 2AZ, Jointing torque
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Control arm Wishbone to Front axle support bolt 100 74 2AZ, Jointing torque
  • E64
  • 4.4L Engine
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Control arm Wishbone to Swivel bearing/steering knuckle nut 165 122 6AZ
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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Control arm Wishbone to Swivel bearing/steering knuckle nut 165 122 6AZ
  • E64
  • 4.4L Engine
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Trailing arm Trailing arm to Rear axle carrier 67 49
  • E63
  • 4.4L Engine
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a 6 Series 2

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