M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
21.39–22.86 lbf⋅ft21.39–22.86 lbf⋅ft29–31 N⋅m
expand_moreServo steering pump
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12), Screws 1 – 10.
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
First stage
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage
130°130°130°
Fourth stage
slacken
Fifth stage
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Sixth stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Seventh stage
130°130°130°
Eighth stage
slacken
Ninth stage
4.43 lbf⋅ft4.43 lbf⋅ft6 N⋅m
Tenth stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Eleventh stage
130°130°130°
expand_moreFlywheel
M12 × 1,5 screws
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreVibration damper
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Second stage
40°40°40°
Third stage
40°40°40°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreChain tensioner
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
expand_moreCentral camshaft screws
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Fourth stage
200°200°200°
Fifth stage
slacken
Sixth stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Seventh stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Eighth stage
200°200°200°
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
expand_moreCentral camshaft screws
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Third stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Fourth stage
200°200°200°
Fifth stage
slacken
Sixth stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Seventh stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Eighth stage
200°200°200°
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil drain plug
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreOil sump
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreLambda sensor
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the crossmember
M10 screws (class 10.9)
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreM10
First stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
M12
79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
M12
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
cold engine
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
M3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 BMW 3 Series M3 Sedan 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 M3 Sedan 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 2008 BMW 3 Series M3 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
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