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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
expand_moreBrake anchor plate
M6 5.9 lbf⋅ft
M8 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper
expand_moreM12
With parking brake caliper 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws
expand_moreHexagon head screws
With handbrake caliper 23.628.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws
expand_moreHexagon head screws
With handbrake caliper 18.4422.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreM12
With parking brake caliper 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws.
Rear axle brake disc 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
At the brake caliper 16.2319.18 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle track rod
expand_moreInside
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOutside
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreM GTS with gasoline V8 4.4 L 444 HP engine (2007.3–2013.12)
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
M10 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M10 19.91 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreInside
M14 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreM10
Center 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreOutside
M14 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreOn chassis
M12 79.66 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM10 screws with ribbing
Torx screws 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM12 screws with ribbing
Torx screws 88.51 lbf⋅ft
M27 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreM8 screws with ribbing
Torx screws 38.35 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
M10 42.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle transverse control arm
M with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2013.12) 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
expand_moreInside
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOutside (M12)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
expand_moreInside
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOutside (M12)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
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 2007 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 2007 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 Third generation model years

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