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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
expand_moreBleed valve
Code range 11 mm 8.8511.8 lbf⋅ft
Code range 7 mm 2.583.69 lbf⋅ft
Code range 9 mm 5.168.11 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake hose
At the brake line 13.28 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Clean the components and do not grease.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake disc 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
Steering gear 30.98 lbf⋅ft
Track rod end on stub axle 27.29 lbf⋅ft
Track rod end on track rod 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
Central nuts 213.89 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 81.1395.88 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1997 BMW 3 Series M3 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.

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 3 Series M3 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 1997 BMW 3 Series M3 Coupe you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW 3 Series M3 Coupe First generation model years

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