What are the engine fastener torque specs for 2002–2006 MINI Cooper?

For 2002–2006 MINI Cooper: Head Bolts OEM type – M10: 40 ft‑lb + 90°; M8: 28 ft‑lb; Main case bolts M10: 44 ft‑lb; Outside case bolts M8: 26 ft‑lb; Oil squirter bolt: 3 ft‑lb; Rod bolts OEM type: 15 ft‑lb + 90°; Sneed rods: 25 ft‑lb; Cam cap bolts: 13 ft‑lb; Main crankshaft bolt: 85 ft‑lb; Cam gear: 75 ft‑lb; Timing chain tensioner cap: 46 ft‑lb; Timing chain guide bolts: 22 ft‑lb; Oil pump/timing cover to block: M6 = 9 ft‑lb, M8 = 13 ft‑lb.

What are the engine fastener torque specs for 2007–2013 MINI Cooper?

For 2007–2013 MINI Cooper: Head Bolts OEM type – M10: 30 Nm + 90° + 90° with lube; M8: 15 Nm + 90° + 90°; M8 outside of head: 30 Nm; Main Bolts OEM type – M9: 30 Nm + 150°; Outside case bolts: 12 Nm; Oil squirter bolt: 9 Nm; Rod bolts OEM type: 20 Nm + 90°; Sneed rods: 19 ft‑lb; Cam cap bolts: 11 Nm; 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; Oil pump to block: 25 Nm; Oil pump drive gear: 24 Nm.

MINI Cooper Bolt & Torque Chart (R50‑R59)

Accurate torque values are essential for a reliable MINI Cooper engine rebuild. Below you'll find OEM and Sneed based torque specs for engine fasteners across common MINI platforms—including R50–R53 (2002–2006) and R55–R59 (2007–2013) models. Correct torque ensures proper sealing, durability, and performance.

2002–2006 R50–R53 Torque Specs

2007–2013 R55–R59 Torque Specs