1161 Intake System
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B36 ENGINE (COOPER BASE):
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION (INTAKE PLENUM)
| Type | Thread | Tightening specifications | Dimension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Intake plenum to cylinder head | B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 | M6 | 10 Nm | |
| 2AZ Boost pressure sensor to intake plenum | B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 | M6 | 8 Nm | |
| 3AZ Charge air hose to oil sump | B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 | M6 | 8 Nm |
B46 AND B48 ENGINES (COOPER S AND JCW):
11 61 INTAKE PLENUM - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
| Type | Thread | Tightening specifications | Dimension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Intake plenum to cylinder head | B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 | M6 | 10 Nm | |
| 2AZ Holder for intake plenum to cylinder head/crankcase | B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 | M6 | 10 Nm | |
| 3AZ Rear intake plenum holder | B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 | M6 | 10 Nm | |
| 4AZ Intake plenum to rear/front holder | B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 | 8 Nm | ||
| 5AZ Holder for wiring harness to intake plenum | B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 | 5 Nm | ||
| 6AZ Tank vent line to intake plenum | B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 | 5 Nm |