is it necessary to use torque wrench as mentioned by BMW mechanics? what is the suggested pound inch setting? mine is 2001 bmw 530i
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I purchased this for the F250 fuel filter, and I use the torque recommended by the manufacturer as the fuel system is under pressure. I apologize for not being able to assist you. -JD
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Will still work but accuracy will be compromised as calibration was set at it's lowest setting to it's highest . If you go down below to the point where you don't feel spring resistance while turning back the handle, the torque wrench will not sense torque, conversely the higher you set the torque handle, the more pressure you put on the spring thus increasing torque value.
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For an "08 BMW 750 there are two different lengths for these, one for the rear and the other for the front. I can't remember which is which. It was a surprise when the new short ones would not engage the threads. I used the old longer ones over again by cleaning them with acetone and then rubbed them with a bit of silicon spray. I seem to remember that the socket drive for these is also different from the original. I think next time I will look for OEM or buy new ones from the dealer. The next time I need to do the brakes I'll have to guess at the drive type and size now that I have mixed them up. By the way these did not look as high a quality as the ones that came with the car. Hope this helps. For an "08 BMW 750 there are two different lengths for these, one for the rear and the other for the front. I can't remember which is which. It was a surprise when the new short ones would not engage the threads. I used the old longer ones over again by cleaning them with acetone and then rubbed them with a bit of silicon spray. I seem to remember that the socket drive for these is also different from the original. I think next time I will look for OEM or buy new ones from the dealer. The next time I need to do the brakes I'll have to guess at the drive type and size now that I have... » Read More For an "08 BMW 750 there are two different lengths for these, one for the rear and the other for the front. I can't remember which is which. It was a surprise when the new short ones would not engage the threads. I used the old longer ones over again by cleaning them with acetone and then rubbed them with a bit of silicon spray. I seem to remember that the socket drive for these is also different from the original. I think next time I will look for OEM or buy new ones from the dealer. The next time I need to do the brakes I'll have to guess at the drive type and size now that I have mixed them up. By the way these did not look as high a quality as the ones that came with the car. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I bought this plug for my BMW 525i E39 and it DID NOT FIT! It was too big for the hole. You did not mention what car you have so I can't give any advice.
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These take a 3/8 wrench. Best scenario, a deep well socket with a torque wrench that measures inch/pounds. Barring that, a wrench and an easy touch. Don't want to strip them. Also, when bleeding, you only have to loosen the bleeder screw slightly, otherwise you'll get leakage around the threads.
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Sorry I used this on an m-82 six speed manual transmission. Maybe someone on a BMW forum can help you. The stuff is great to use.
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No. It't not a torque wrench. It's an "Impact" wrench. It simply applies whatever torque is required (all the way up to it's maximum) to break fasteners loose or fasten them down. If you want to apply fasteners to a specific torque, you need a "torque" wrench.
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there is no torque adjustment in either direction. In the operator manual that came with it is tells you the following statements "Do not tighten the lug nuts with the impact wrench. Excessive torque may cause damage. Use a torque wrench to check the lug nuts are tightened to manufacturer specs." They want you to use the lug wrench that came with the vehicle so you do not over or under tighten the lugs. Also keep in mind that if the lug nuts are overtightened to start with this torque wrench may not loosen them. I only bought this torque wrench because I just had hip and knee surgery and thought it may help me out in an emergency. I never had to use it so I can't comment on that but I tried it in my garage and it worked. I loosened one on each of my 2 vehicles and that is all. It may have loosened more but I can't tell you for sure. I put road service through my insurance company on both my vehicles just to be sure. Hope this helps DMD
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Hi Brian, Although the lug pattern & hub bore are correct, the offset is not. Your 2005 525I requires a +15MM - +25MM offset. This Motegi MR118 has a +45MM offset which will put the wheel too far underneath (causing it to rub on the suspension). Thanks, BWT
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Hi Todd, Sorry for the delay in our response. To our knowledge all of our customers have installed using the torque wrench. It is possible that you might not have issues if not using a torque wrench but we highly recommend following the install instructions step by step. Thanks.
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I have used in my bmw 525i 2006, this is one the recommended plug for my car. Performance wise as expected very good. Hope this help or you can visit autozone website, put your car info and see what are plugs they recommended and then you can order from here. Thanks
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I am not certain I understand the question, but I will attempt to answer it. Suppose you want to torque a bolt to 45 foot pounds. The shaft of the torque wrench has an engraved scale for, I believe, every five foot pounds. Turn the handle until the edge of it reaches 40 foot pounds and the handle has consecutive numbers engraved on it starting at 1, 2, 3, etc., finally stopping at 13. Reading the engraved numbers on the handle, turn the handle until 5 is facing you. You are at 45 foot pounds. The lowest reading possible on this torque wrench is 25 foot pounds. The torque wrench also come with an owner's manual explaining its use and care. I hope I have given you the information you needed. I am not certain I understand the question, but I will attempt to answer it. Suppose you want to torque a bolt to 45 foot pounds. The shaft of the torque wrench has an engraved scale for, I believe, every five foot pounds. Turn the handle until the edge of it reaches 40 foot pounds and the handle has consecutive numbers engraved on it starting at 1, 2, 3, etc., finally stopping at 13. Reading the engraved numbers on the handle, turn the handle until 5 is facing you. You are at 45 foot pounds. The lowest reading possible on this torque wrench is 25 foot pounds. The torque wrench also come... » Read More I am not certain I understand the question, but I will attempt to answer it. Suppose you want to torque a bolt to 45 foot pounds. The shaft of the torque wrench has an engraved scale for, I believe, every five foot pounds. Turn the handle until the edge of it reaches 40 foot pounds and the handle has consecutive numbers engraved on it starting at 1, 2, 3, etc., finally stopping at 13. Reading the engraved numbers on the handle, turn the handle until 5 is facing you. You are at 45 foot pounds. The lowest reading possible on this torque wrench is 25 foot pounds. The torque wrench also come with an owner's manual explaining its use and care. I hope I have given you the information you needed. « Show Less
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I don't know the exact torque settings, but with aluminum wheels I run it up on low and use a torque wrench to finish them off
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Torque wrench...I suggest just buying another and having both laying around. If you decided to change it yourself, put it on the truck, then use the torque wrench to get the bolt off...truck is pretty sturdy and won't go anywhere...unless you have a shop with a good vice. Also...put a towel over anything like a chrome bumper so you don't ding it if the wrench goes flying... Make sure to get some locktight when you put the new ball on. Walmart has em cheap.
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Ford technican here. A 150 ft lb torque wrench would be fine for a weekend mechanic. There isn't a lot that requires more than 150 ft lbs unless your replacing axles, doing drivetrain work or internal engine/transmission work. But on the other hand, it isn't going to hurt to have the larger capacity wrench just in case you do happen do take on a larger job.
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All went well, perfectly, for me. There are well hidden screw holes atop your vehicle, which are exposed by removing small metal plugs. I used a torque wrench, because I had one. Is it necessary???
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For the initial installation I would torque the bolt. If you can't use a torque wrench for whatever reason just apply some blue loctite to the bolt and tighten it.