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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
expand_moreBleed valve
Code range 11 mm 8.8513.28 lbf⋅ft
Code range 9 mm 5.168.11 lbf⋅ft
Brake hose 16.2319.18 lbf⋅ft
Brake line 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper
Hexagon head screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Hexagon head screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Front axle brake disc 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Wheel speed sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
Lower steering column joint 15.49 lbf⋅ft
Clean thread, use new screws and do not retighten screws any further.
Pressure line at steering gear 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Return line to steering gear 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the subframe (M10)
First stage 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
M14 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreTrack rod on steering gear
Manufacturer TRW 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Manufacturer ZF 81.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod
M12 47.2 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 59.74 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel suspension
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser 42.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut 42.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe 15.49 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Support joint at the stub axle 129.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 10.9)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 8.8)
First stage 50.15 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 10.9)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 8.8)
First stage 50.15 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 88.51 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2011 BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2011 BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback generations

In 2011 BMW offered 2 generations of the 1 Series 5-door Hatchback. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 1 Series 5-door Hatchback First generation LCI model years

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