Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting
M8
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
M10
42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
M10
42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2013.12)
M8
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2013.12)
expand_moreM10
Screws
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use a new screw and re-tap the thread.
expand_moreM14
Nuts
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_more320 xd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.3–2013.12)
expand_moreM10
Screws
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use a new screw and re-tap the thread.
expand_moreM14
Nuts
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_more325 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 201 HP engine (2006.9–2013.12)
expand_moreM10
Screws
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use a new screw and re-tap the thread.
expand_moreM14
Nuts
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_more330 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2009.1–2013.12)
expand_moreM10
Screws
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use a new screw and re-tap the thread.
expand_moreM14
Nuts
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM14
Nuts
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
expand_moreM14
Nuts
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreFront suspension cross-brace
expand_moreM10
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
60°60°60°
expand_moreM12
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
100°100°100°
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 10.9)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 8.8)
First stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2013.12)
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)
First stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more320 xd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.3–2013.12)
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)
First stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more325 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 201 HP engine (2006.9–2013.12)
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)
First stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more330 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2009.1–2013.12)
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)
First stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 10.9)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12, class 8.8)
First stage
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Use new screws.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2009 BMW 3 Series Coupe 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.
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 3 Series Coupe 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 2009 BMW 3 Series Coupe you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.