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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_moreM10
With parking brake caliper 47.94 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_moreM10
With handbrake caliper 47.94 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
At the axle support 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
At the bearing pedestal 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
At the transverse control arm 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
On chassis 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace upper part of supporting bearing.
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
At the bearing pedestal 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
At the transverse control arm 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
On chassis 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace upper part of supporting bearing.
expand_more335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
At the bearing pedestal 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
At the transverse control arm 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
On chassis 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace upper part of supporting bearing.
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the bearing pedestal 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
Screws 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
At the axle support 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
At the axle support 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreOn chassis
M12 79.66 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn chassis (M10)
First stage 34.67 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10 screws with ribbing
Torx screws 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM12 screws with ribbing
Torx screws 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM24 central nuts
First stage 106.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 309.78 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 stabilizer mounting
At the axle support 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
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.7–2011.12)
At the axle support 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
At the axle support 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
At the axle support 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreWheel attachment
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
M12 × 1,5 screws 88.51 lbf⋅ft
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
M12 × 1,5 screws 88.51 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 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 2010 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.

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 2010 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI model years

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