What are the torque specs for head bolts on 2007–2013 MINI Cooper (R55–R59)?

Head bolts (OEM type) on 2007–2013 MINI Cooper: M10 – torque to 30 Nm, then turn 90°, then another 90°, with lube; M8 – torque to 15 Nm, then turn 90°, then another 90°; M8 (outside head) – torque to 30 Nm.

What is the torque for main bolts on 2007–2013 MINI Cooper (R55–R59)?

Main bolts (OEM type): M9 – torque to 30 Nm, then turn 150°.

What are the torque specs for case, oil squirter, rod, and cam cap bolts?

Outside case bolts – 12 Nm; oil squirter bolt – 9 Nm; rod bolts (OEM type) – 20 Nm + 90°; Sneed rods rod bolts – 19 ft‑lb; cam cap bolts – 11 Nm.

What are the timing system torque specifications?

Main crankshaft bolt – 50 Nm + 180°; cam gear (non‑VANOS) – 20 Nm + 90°; cam gear (VANOS) – 20 Nm + 180°; timing chain tensioner – 65 Nm; timing chain guide bolts (with gasket) – 24 Nm; timing guide bolt in cylinder head – 20 Nm.

What are the torque specs for internal engine items like oil pump?

Oil pump to block – 25 Nm; oil pump drive gear – 24 Nm.

2007–2013 MINI Cooper Engine Torque Specs | R55–R59 Bolt Chart

Engine Toroque Specifications for 2007–2013 MINI Cooper (R55–R59)
Unlock precise torque data based on OEM specs to ensure reliable engine assembly and long-term performance.

Table of Torque Specs

Component	Fastener Size	Torque Specification
Head Bolts (OEM w/ lube)	M10	30 Nm + 90° + 90°
	M8	15 Nm + 90° + 90°
	M8 (outside)	30 Nm
SneedSpeed Head Studs	M10	3 equal steps to 75 ft-lb
	M8 Studs	40 ft-lb
	M8 Bolts	35 ft-lb
Main Bolts (OEM)	M9	30 Nm + 150°
SneedSpeed Main Studs	—	50 ft-lb
Outside Case Bolts	—	12 Nm
Oil Squirter Bolt	—	9 Nm
Rod Bolts (OEM)	—	20 Nm + 90°
Rod Bolts (Sneed Rods)	—	19 ft-lb (~26 Nm)
Cam Cap Bolts	—	11 Nm
Crankshaft Main Bolt	—	50 Nm + 180°
Cam Gear (Non-VANOS)	—	20 Nm + 90°
Cam Gear (VANOS)	—	20 Nm + 180°
Timing Chain Tensioner	—	65 Nm
Timing Chain Guide (with gasket)	—	24 Nm
Timing Guide Bolt (in cylinder head)	—	20 Nm
Oil Pump to Block	—	25 Nm
Oil Pump Drive Gear	—	24 Nm

Usage Tips

Always use a calibrated torque wrench.
For angle-torque bolts (e.g., head or rod bolts), first torque to the specified Nm, then rotate the correct angle.
Replace any torque-to-yield components after removal.
Apply proper lubrication to threads as specified for reliable torque application.

Table of Torque Specs

Usage Tips

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