Setup, Compatibility & Care
Compatibility: Before purchase, verify that part number 802.74 is the correct specification for your vehicle's engine. This kit is designed for specific BMW models and engine configurations, including those with grey cast iron blocks. Check OE/OEM numbers (11121721938, 11121715398, 1112171539814x) or TecDoc engine numbers (28375, 28376) against your vehicle's service information.
Setup (Installation):
- Ensure the cylinder head and engine block surfaces are clean and free of old gasket material.
- Lubricate the threads of the new bolts with a suitable engine oil or assembly lubricant as recommended by the vehicle manufacturer.
- Install the bolts by hand to ensure they thread smoothly.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence and to the torque specifications outlined in the vehicle's official service manual. This typically involves multiple stages, including a final torque setting and potentially an angle tightening step.
Care: These are single-use, stretch-to-yield bolts. They should not be reused after installation and torqueing, as their material properties change during the tightening process. Store any unused bolts from the kit in a clean, dry place if they are part of a multi-use application for future repairs.