2003 BMW 3 Series Compact front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


Code range 11 mm	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Code range 7 mm	2.58–3.69 lbf⋅ft2.58–3.69 lbf⋅ft3.5–5 N⋅m
Code range 9 mm	5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft7–11 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Clean the components and do not grease.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Front axle brake disc	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Steering gear	30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Track rod end on track rod	33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


Lower mounting	59.74 lbf⋅ft59.74 lbf⋅ft81 N⋅m
Replace screws.
On chassis	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheel suspension


Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


Front	66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSupport at the subframe


Rear	43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m
Replace screws.


On stub axle	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


Central nuts	213.89 lbf⋅ft213.89 lbf⋅ft290 N⋅m

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


Torx screws	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace the screw.
Union nuts	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m


Wheel attachment	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 BMW 3 Series Compact 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.

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2003 BMW 3 Series Compact Second generation Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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