31 50 Front axle differential
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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - FRONT AXLE DIFFERENTIAL
| Type | Thread | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Front axle final drive to engine oil pan | E30/ E34 | 42 Nm | |
| 2AZ Oil filler plug | E30 | 53 Nm | |
| E34 | 70 Nm | ||
| 3AZ Oil drain plug | E30 | 20 Nm | |
| E34 | 70 Nm | ||
| 4AZ Pinion/ring gear to front axle final drive | E30 | 22 Nm | |
| 5AZ Bearing cap to front axle final drive | E30 | 22 Nm | |
| 6AZ Front axle final drive case bolts | E34 | 74 ±4 Nm | |
| 7AZ Front axle final drive to engine oil pan | E46/ E53 | 55 Nm | |
| E60/ E61 | 65 Nm | ||
| E83 | M10 10.9 (with ribbed shim) | 65 Nm | |
| E83 | M10 10.9 | 55 Nm | |
| 8AZ Oil filler/drain plug | E46/ E53/ E60/ E61 / E83 | 60 Nm |