11 24 Connecting Rods and Bearings
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 530i, 2002 BMW 530i, and 2001 BMW 530i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CONNECTING RODS & BEARINGS - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | Tightening Specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Connecting rod bolts | M10/M30 | Replace, wash and oil screws | 55 Nm |
| M20/M21/M40/M41/M42/M43/M43TU/M44/M47/M47TU/M50/M51/M52/M52TU/M54/M56/M57/M57TU/S52/S50 US/M70/S70/M73/N40/N42/N45/N46/N62/N73/N62S | Replace, wash and oil screws | ||
| Application torque | 5 Nm | ||
| Jointing torque | 20 Nm | ||
| Torque angle | 70° | ||
| M60/M62 | Replace, wash and oil screws | ||
| Application torque | 5 Nm | ||
| Jointing torque | 20 Nm | ||
| Torque angle | 80° | ||
| M67 | Replace screws, do not wash off screw coating | ||
| Application torque | 5 Nm | ||
| Jointing torque | 20 Nm | ||
| Torque angle | 85° |