1111 Engine Block

2021 BMW i3 Range ExtenderSECTION 1111 Engine Block
11 11 ENGINE BLOCK - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

  Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Bearing frame to crankcase upper part W20   Replace all bolts.  
M9x1.25 1. Joining torque 3 Nm
M6x60 2. Joining torque 3 Nm
M9x1.25 3. Joining torque 18 Nm
M6x60 4. Joining torque 10 Nm
M9x1.25 5. Angle of rotation 90°
2AZ Oil spray nozzles to engine block W20 M6x16   10 Nm
3AZ Crankcase lower section to crankcase upper part W20 M8x50   23 Nm
4AZ Oil cooler connection to crankcase lower section W20     35 Nm
5AZ Oil drain plug to crankcase lower section W20 M16x1.5 Replace the sealing ring. 28 Nm
6AZ Oil filter element to crankcase lower section W20     11 Nm
7AZ Oil drain plug on lower part of the crankcase W20 M12x1.5 Coat the screw with Loctite 360°. 11 Nm
RENDER: 1.0x

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