Torque Specifications
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Ft-lbs N.m | |
|---|---|---|
| Seat belt pretensioner bolt | 35 (48) | |
| Steering wheel to steering spindle | ||
| Nut | 59 (80) | |
| Bolt | 46 (63) | |
| Passenger-side air bag bolts/nuts | ||
| 3 Series, M Coupe & Roadster, M3 | 16 (22) | |
| Z3 | 18 (24) | |
| Inch-lbs N.m | ||
| Driver-side air bag module torx screw | ||
| Air Bag II | 18 (2) | |
| All Others | 70 (8) | |
| Head impact air bag (except E36 & convertible models) | ||
| A-pillar mounting bolt | 97 (11) | |
| Rear mounting bolt | 97 (11) | |
| Retainer screws | ||
| Except 3 Series Coupe | 22 (2.5) | |
| 3 Series Coupe | 35 (4) | |
| Head impact gas generator mounting nut | 35 (4) | |
| Passenger air bag cover retaining strap | 80 (9) | |
| Side air bag module screws | 75 (8.5) | |