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Torque speck. for '88 260E.

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Old 09-06-2007, 12:16 PM
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1988 260E
Torque speck. for '88 260E.

Can anyone help me withe what the torque spec. for the oil drain plug? Who makes a really good manual?
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1996 W124 E320 Coupé, 1990 W124 300E twin turbo, 1991 W126 300 SE, 1984 Ford Capri 2.8i
25Nm, 18ft-lb -- according to the E-Class Owner's Bible (Bentley Publishers 0-8376-0230-0).
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When I served my apprenticeship, the Germans taught me that tight is tight. It's a feel you develop. Use a good quality 13mm wrench about 8 inches long and you'll be fine.
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Originally Posted by hineywineries
When I served my apprenticeship, the Germans taught me that tight is tight. It's a feel you develop. Use a good quality 13mm wrench about 8 inches long and you'll be fine.

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