12 42 Wires to starter
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 550i, 2009 BMW 550i, and 2008 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WIRES TO STARTER - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Battery positive terminal in/on distribution box | E32 / E34 / E31 / E36 / E46 / E87 / E90 / E85 / E86 / E81 | M8 | 20 Nm | |
| E39 / M57 | M8 | 11 Nm | ||
| E38 / M67 | M8 | 11 Nm | ||
| E46 / M47TU | M8 | 11 Nm | ||
| E60 / N62 | M8 | 15 Nm | ||
| E65 / N62 / N73 | M8 | 15 Nm | ||
| 2AZ Wiring harness on distributor | E36 / M41 | M8 | 10 Nm |