Torquing wheel bolts?
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Anyone know what is the recommended torque for the bmw wheels? I just bought a torque wrench but I don't know what's the torque setting I need for the car...
Also does the bmw torque setting apply to aftermarket wheels/lug nuts?
Also does the bmw torque setting apply to aftermarket wheels/lug nuts?
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Direct from the 5 series manual:
After mounting
1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
To ensure safety, always have the
lug bolts checked with a calibrated
torque wrench as soon as possible to
ensure that they are tightened to the specified
torque. The tightening torque is
88.5 lb ft/120 Nm.
After mounting
1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
To ensure safety, always have the
lug bolts checked with a calibrated
torque wrench as soon as possible to
ensure that they are tightened to the specified
torque. The tightening torque is
88.5 lb ft/120 Nm.
Originally Posted by aznunknownx' post='600260' date='Jun 10 2008, 10:43 PM
Anyone know what is the recommended torque for the bmw wheels? I just bought a torque wrench but I don't know what's the torque setting I need for the car...
Also does the bmw torque setting apply to aftermarket wheels/lug nuts?
Also does the bmw torque setting apply to aftermarket wheels/lug nuts?
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Originally Posted by MRV99' post='600854' date='Jun 12 2008, 03:53 AM
I would also recommend using some anti-seize around the hubs and in the bolt holes during this process.
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Originally Posted by k44ent' post='601029' date='Jun 12 2008, 08:36 AM
I would agree with a small amount of anti-seize on the hub to wheel faces but surely putting this on the threads / bolt holes will alter the torque. I think the torque figure given is a dry reading, maybe someone could clarify.
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