1111 Engine Block

2019 Mini Cooper Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic TransSECTION 1111 Engine Block

B36 ENGINE (COOPER BASE): 

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION (ENGINE BLOCK)

  Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Crankshaft bearing cap to crankcase (collar screw) B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M10X1.5
Replace screws and screw in hand-tight.
1. Joining torque
2. Angle of rotation
3. Angle of rotation
25 Nm
60°
60°
2AZ Oil spray nozzle in crankcase B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M6   8 Nm
3AZ Bearing journal of tensioning and guide rail B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M8 Replace bolt. 20 Nm
4AZ Camshaft wheel with ball bearing to crankcase B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M12x1.5   108 Nm
5AZ Special tool/holder to crankcase B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M 10x35   40 Nm
6AZ Special tool 11 8 930 to special tool 00 2 300 B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M 14x35   160 Nm
7AZ Chain tensioner to crankcase B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M6x22   10 Nm
8AZ Spacing screw for acoustic cover on engine block (Key range 17) B32S15M0/B38M0/U0/B36M0 M8x12   12 Nm

B46 AND B48 ENGINES (COOPER S AND JCW): 

11 11 ENGINE BLOCK - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

  Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Bearing cap to crankcase (collar screw 11.9) B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M10x1.5
Replace screws and screw in hand-tight.
1. Joining torque
2. Angle of rotation
3. Angle of rotation
25 Nm
60°
60°
2AZ Oil spray nozzle in crankcase B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M6   8 Nm
3AZ Bearing journal of tensioning and guide rail B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M8 Replace bolt. 20 Nm
4AZ Camshaft wheel with ball bearing to crankcase B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M12x1.5   108 Nm
5AZ Special tool/holder to crankcase B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M10x35   40 Nm
6AZ Special tool 11 8 930 to special tool 00 2 300 B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M14x35   160 Nm
7AZ Chain tensioner to crankcase B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M6x22   10 Nm
8AZ Spacing screw for acoustic cover on engine block (Key range 17) B42S2000/B46M0/O0/B48M0/O0 M8x12   12 Nm
Special tool 11 8 930 to special tool 00 2 320 
M 14x35 160 Nm
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.