2008 BMW 3 Series Sedan Fifth generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
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expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| At the bracket | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| At the cylinder head | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2011.12)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
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| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 1. | |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 1. | |
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 1. | |
| 323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreIntake manifold support
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
| First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAlternator
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 82 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 82 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
| 335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| Alternator pulley | 59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_morePower steering pump bracket
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreHydraulic lines at the servo-steering pump
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM16
| With active steering | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreServo pump pulley
| With active steering | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreServo steering pump
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| With active steering | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreVacuum pump
expand_moreAll BMW gasoline straight-4 1.6 L N43 B16 A engines
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| All BMW gasoline straight-4 2.0 L N43 B20 A engines | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCarburetion
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
| M7 | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M14 | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M14 | 20.65–23.6 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
| M12 | 14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
| M14 | 19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Union nuts | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 6.64–9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| Screw connections need to be loosened or tightened in steps of 90°. | |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 6.64–9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 6.64–9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
| M6 × 25 screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
| Cap | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the cover plate. | |
expand_moreM12
| Central screws | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection hoses
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| On injector | 15.49–18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On rail | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Union nuts | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12) | 8.11–11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Union nuts | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 19.18 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreTurbo charger
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| On exhaust manifold | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| tighten gradually cross-wise | |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM47 engine
| On exhaust manifold | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| tighten gradually cross-wise | |
expand_moreN47 engine
| On exhaust manifold | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Use hot screw paste | |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Turbocharger oil feed line | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| Turbocharger oil return line | 2.21 lbf⋅ft |
| Hose clamps. | |
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant drain plug
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
| Onto crankcase | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
| M14 × 1,5 screws | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
| M14 × 1,5 screws | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCoolant pump
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M10 | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 32 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCoolant thermostat housing
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Fan wheel | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 8
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Screws need to be loosened or tightened in steps of 180°. See figure 2. | |
expand_moreScrews 10 – 13
| Second stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrew 9
| Third stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrew 14
| Fourth stage | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 8
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 2. | |
expand_moreScrew 9
| Second stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrews 10 – 13
| Third stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreScrew 14
| Fourth stage | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
| Inlet camshaft | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
| Inlet camshaft | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
| M8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
| Inlet camshaft | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
expand_moreM7 × 70 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 60° |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
| M8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Tighten the bearing cover of the camshafts in 1/2 turning steps from inside to outside. | |
expand_more330 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreInlet camshaft of N52 engine
| M6 × 30 screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft N52 engine screws M7 × 70
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace aluminum screws. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreInlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft M7 × 70 screws of N53 engine
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Insert the screws dry. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Install bearing using special tool. | |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Bearing cap | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
|
|
| Bearing casing | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 3. | |
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| See figure 4. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 6
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 5. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 7 – 10
| Fifth stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
| Seventh stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 11 – 12
| Eighth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Ninth stage | 90° |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 6. | |
| Second stage | slacken |
| Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening. | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws See figure 7. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 6
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 11 – 12
expand_moreFifth stage
| First step | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second step | 90° |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screws. See figure 8. | |
| Second stage | slacken |
| Loosen all screws at least 180° from outside to inside. | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM47 engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 9. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| loosen in reverse order to the illustration | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrew 11
| Sixth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreN47 engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 10. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| loosen in reverse order to the illustration | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 120° |
| Fifth stage | 120° |
expand_moreScrew 11
| Sixth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. See figure 11. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 11 – 12
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 6
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 12. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 12. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrew 18
| Seventh stage | 135° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 12. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 12. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrew 18
| Seventh stage | 135° |
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws See figure 13. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 14. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 14. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrew 18
| Seventh stage | 135° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws See figure 15. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Sixth stage | 90° |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 16. | |
| Second stage | loosen by 180° |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_more330 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. See figure 17. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
expand_moreFifth stage
| First step | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second step | 90° |
expand_more330 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 18. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 90° |
| Fifth stage | 90° |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN54 B30 A engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 19. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreN55 B30 A engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 19. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 180° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fourth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN54 B30 A engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 19. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreN55 B30 A engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 19. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 180° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fourth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN54 B30 A engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 19. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Fourth stage | 45° |
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fifth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreN55 B30 A engine
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 19. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 180° |
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
| Fourth stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 20. | |
| Second stage | 180° detach |
| loosen in reverse order to the illustration | |
| Third stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Fourth stage | 120° |
| Fifth stage | 120° |
expand_moreScrew 11
| Sixth stage | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreValve cover
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
| First stage | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Plastic valve cover | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
| First stage | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Plastic valve cover | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM6
| Screws | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM7
| Screws | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
| First stage | 5.16 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Plastic valve cover | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM6
| Screws | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM7
| Screws | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 295 HP engine (2006.10–2011.12) | 6.27 lbf⋅ft |
| Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 21. | |
| 335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 295 HP engine (2006.10–2011.12) | 6.27 lbf⋅ft |
| Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 21. | |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreBalance shaft module
expand_moreM8 × 83 screws
| First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws. | |
| Third stage | 70° |
| Replace, wash and lightly lubricate the screws. | |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 70° |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lubricate the screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 60° |
| Third stage | 60° |
expand_more335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screw, wash and slightly oil. | |
| Second stage | 140° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace, wash and lubricate the screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreCrank case bottom half
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| M16 × 1,5 screws | 221.27 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 150° |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM47 engine
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 150° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM16 × 80 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM16 × 80 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
expand_moreM16 × 80 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN54 B30 A engine M16 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_moreN55 B30 A engine M18 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 270° |
expand_more335 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN54 B30 A engine M16 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_moreN55 B30 A engine M18 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 270° |
expand_more335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN54 B30 A engine M16 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 360° |
expand_moreN55 B30 A engine M18 screws
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 270° |
| All other modifications | 221.27 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the screws and lubricate lightly | |
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 10.9) | 25.08 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreDrive plate
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 89.25 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_morePlastic valve cover screws of N52 engine
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM12
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws and tighten them crosswise. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM12
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws and tighten them crosswise. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_morePlastic valve cover
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
| 330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 89.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_more330 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
| 330 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 89.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 × 25,5
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 92.2 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreEngine block closure screws
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| M30 × 1 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| M40 × 1,5 screws | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M30 × 1 screws | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| M40 × 1,5 screws | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| M12 | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 95.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
| N54 engine | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreN55 engine
| First stage | 44.25 lbf⋅ft |
| Retap thread in holes and use new screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
| All other modifications | 88.51 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_moreMain bearing
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws, wash and slightly oil. | |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. See figure 22. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreScrews 11 – 30
| Third stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace and lightly oil the screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
| 320 si with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 170 HP engine (2006.5–2011.12) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws, wash and slightly oil. | |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 70° |
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
| First stage | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Third stage | 60° |
| Fourth stage | 60° |
expand_moreVibration damper
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 150° |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreN47 engine
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 si with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 170 HP engine (2006.5–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
| M8 × 16 screws | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
expand_moreClass 10.9
| M8 × 16 screws | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M8 × 16 screws (class 10.9) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 × 20 screws (class 8.8) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace bolt. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
| 330 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2011.12) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 295 HP engine (2006.10–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 29.5 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 120° |
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreBalance shaft timing chain tension rail
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM16
| Cap | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft adjuster
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| M6 | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM18
| Cap | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 xd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreBearing screws
| M7 | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM18
| Cap | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M16 × 1,5 screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
| M6 × 35 screws | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| Plastic valve cover | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| Plastic valve cover | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
| Magnesium valve cover | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| Plastic valve cover | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| All other modifications | 51.63 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| Cap | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM16
| Cap | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more330 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM22
| Cap | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 50° |
| All other modifications | 10.33 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreChain tensioner
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 47.94 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M22 × 1,5 screws | 40.57 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive chain guide rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive chain tensioner | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Control drive chain tensioning rail | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
expand_moreN45 B16 egnine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreN45 B16 TU2 egnine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 94 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 94 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more330 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreN53 engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreOil pump camshaft timing chain guide rail
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump drive chain tensioner
expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws
| Cap | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| M6 | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
expand_moreN45 B16 egnine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreN45 B16 TU2 egnine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 94 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 94 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more330 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreN53 engine
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2011.12)
| Cap | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the cover plate. | |
expand_moreScrews (M6)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| Cap | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the cover plate. | |
expand_moreScrews (M6)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
| Cap | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the cover plate. | |
expand_moreScrews (M6)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| M10 | 34.67 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M10 | 34.67 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
| M8 × 20 screws | 11.8 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
| M8 × 20 screws | 11.8 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
| All other modifications | 4.43 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil drain plug
| M12 × 1,5 screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_moreOil filter
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new seals. | |
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new seals. | |
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace sealing rings. | |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12) | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| Oil filter cover | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| On the engine block | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOil pump
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M8 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 123 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreM8 × 31 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 123 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreM8 × 31 screws
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| M8 × 30 screws | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM8 × 45 screws
| First stage | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M10 | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Left-hand thread | |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Left-hand thread | |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Left-hand thread | |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
expand_moreM8
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| First stage | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screw. (left-hand thread) | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M8 | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws | |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws | |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12)
| M12 | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 26)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 92)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreSheet-steel sump M8 × 24 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 8.8) | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 26)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 92)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreSheet-steel sump M8 × 24 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112, M8 × 26, and M8 × 92)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112 and M8 × 92)
| Third stage | 90° |
expand_moreSheet-steel sump
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 26)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 92)
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreSheet-steel sump M8 × 24 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreSheet-steel sump
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreWith aluminium sump
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more335 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2011.12)
| M6 screws (class 10.9) | 8.85 lbf⋅ft |
| M6 8.8 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
expand_moreAluminium oil sump
expand_moreM8 × 112 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreM8 × 26 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM8 × 92 screws
| First stage | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_moreAll other modifications
| On the engine block | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 xd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 2.95 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
| First stage | 2.21 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 2.21 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
| All other modifications | 3.69 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust gas temperature sensor
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
| M12 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreGlow plugs
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 330 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2011.12) | 13.28 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreKnock sensor
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| First stage | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Lambda sensor | 36.88 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreNOx sensor
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2006.6–2011.12)
expand_moreM20
| New component | 38.35 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
| M10 screws (class 8.8) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the subframe
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| M12 | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the subframe
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 10.9) | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn engine bracket
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreClass 10.9
| M10 | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 10.9) | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 | 50.15 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 screws (class 10.9) | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the crossmember
| M10 screws (class 10.9) | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreEngine suspension
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
expand_moreOn the engine block
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
expand_moreOn the engine block
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2011.12)
expand_moreOn the engine block
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM12
| First stage | 25.08 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the blue screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreSubframe
| M12 | 79.66 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and nuts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
| First stage | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM10
| Screws | 36.14 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 31.72 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM12
| Screws | 54.58 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 48.68 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM6
| Screws | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM8
| Screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10
| Screws | 36.14 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 31.72 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM12
| Screws | 54.58 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 48.68 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM6
| Screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 6.64 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM8
| Screws | 18.44 lbf⋅ft |
| Torx screws | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
| Nuts | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the turbocharger
| Clamps | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace clamps. | |
expand_moreOn catalytic converter
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn primary catalytic converter
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
| Strut | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn catalytic converter
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreOn primary catalytic converter
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12)
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Use assembly paste | |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Use assembly paste | |
| 318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2011.12)
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
| M6 | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
| M7 | 11.06 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
| M8 | 16.96 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace the nuts and use fitting paste | |
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
| M7 | 9.59 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
expand_moreExhaust pipe
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M10 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 22.86 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 xd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more325 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12)
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 295 HP engine (2006.10–2011.12)
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 300 HP engine (2007.9–2008.12)
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn exhaust manifold
| M10 | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM12
| Nuts | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM12
| Nuts | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM12
| Nuts | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the gearbox
| M8 | 16.23 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreParticle filter bracket
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
| M8 | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
| Strut | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
expand_morePrimary catalytic converter
expand_moreAt the turbocharger
| Clamps | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Use a new clamp | |
expand_moreOn diesel particulate filter
| Clamps | 37.62 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
| M12 | 14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft |
| M14 | 19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft |
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
| 316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
| M10 | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.6–2011.12) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) | 33.19 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2007.3–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| 320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
| First stage | 14.75 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 180° |
| 335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| 335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) | 28.03 lbf⋅ft |
| All other modifications | 14.01 lbf⋅ft |
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 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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 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 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
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