How much do you torque the spark plugs on a 3.0 ??

[doni01]

Hi everyone. Have a 2009 3.0 and it's due for spark plugs. Been looking everywhere on line for the correct torque but there is mix information. Does anyone have a TIS and want to help me out ??
Thank you in advance !

[Basem3]

the side of the spark plug box usually tells you.

[doni01]

Originally Posted by Basem3

the side of the spark plug box usually tells you.

Thanks for the response. I plan on getting them from the dealer. Do the OEM boxes say ??

[Basem3]

don't know but you can pick the plugs up at amazon for about 1/2 price. Im replacing the plugs in my s65 M3 and the NGK plug boxes say 1/4 turn after finger tight.
Been replacing plugs on BMW's for 30 years and haven't had a problem yet following this if they have the crush washers on them.
I think the Bosch plug have them

[Basem3]

I stand corrected. I just checked the box and the NGK plugs say 1/2 turn past finger tight with crush washer.
If you do a search on the 3 series forum you can prob find the actual torque values.

[Basem3]

If you buy on amazon get the Bosch plugs they are the same as OEM except without the BMW logo. I would not hesitate to use them on my 09 3.0 X5.

[Basem3]

I changed the plugs on my 335i just before trading it in. Easy job took about 30 minutes!. A magnetic socket works well.

[Basem3]

Also, you don't need to use anti seize on the threads.

[doni01]

Originally Posted by Basem3

Also, you don't need to use anti seize on the threads.

Thank you very much for your input. Yeah I was debating between the NGK and Bosch lol ...I will be going to the Dealers today and get them. I am getting them from the Dealer instead of the online because I have a gift card plus I get a little discount as well there. Would like to know the exact torque instead of the 1/2 or 1/4

[Basem3]

I would ask at the dealer. Get it straight from the horses mouth!