1996 BMW 520 Head gasket

1996 BMW 520
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MATTJB
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What are the tightening torques for head bolts? E34 6cyl 520i I only have torgue wrench not the special angle tool can i still tighten head correctly and what are the torques required for the 2nd & 3rd passes, the manual states 30N/m for the 1st pass.
Nov 9, 2008 at 6:37 PM
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DOCHAGERTY
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After the joining torque is achieved it's 90° and then another 90°. Hope this helps ♥
Nov 9, 2008 at 11:43 PM
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