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    Default Torque for crankshaft bearing bolts?

    M30 engine 535ia: What is correct torque setting for the main bearings on the crankshaft?

    I have the oil pan off and want to make sure the bearing bolts are properly torqued before closing the engine. Bentley does not say.
    Dash01
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    1990 535ia: (from Mitchell on Demand)

    Main Bearing Caps: 42-45 ft.lbs. (N.m.:58-62)


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    From Haynes

    Torque wrench settings Nm
    Main bearing cap-to-engine block bolts*
    M10, M20 and M30 engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60


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    man thats weak, i remember 100-150lbs being standard... thank god I havent had to rip into one of these yet. would make cheese out of the threads.
    Quote Originally Posted by Blitzkrieg Bob View Post
    From Haynes

    Torque wrench settings Nm
    Main bearing cap-to-engine block bolts*
    M10, M20 and M30 engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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    Quote Originally Posted by 632 Regal View Post
    man thats weak, i remember 100-150lbs being standard... thank god I havent had to rip into one of these yet. would make cheese out of the threads.
    All you'd hear is SNAP...


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