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Condition Value
expand_moreAxle drive
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
Central nuts 309.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePropeller shaft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM12 screws (class 10.9)
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM10 silver screws with ribbing
Torx screws 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
M24 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
M27 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreBlack screws with ribbing M8 × 40
Torx screws 47.2 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreSilver screws with ribbing M8 × 40
Torx screws 38.35 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreSilver screws with ribbing (M10 × 23, class 10.9)
Torx screws 62.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft front axle
expand_moreM10 screws (class 10.9)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_moreM10 × 1,5 screws (class 10.9)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft rear axle
expand_moreM12 screws (class 10.9)
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreClutch
expand_moreClutch pressure plate
M8 screws (class 10.9) 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
M8 screws (class 8.8) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreZNS screws
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 8595°
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Clutch slave cylinder 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 127 HP engine (1998.2–2005.4)
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
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
Screws 36.14 lbf⋅ft
Torx screws 28.0331.72 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 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-6 2.0 L 148 HP engine (1998.3–2000.9)
A4S 270R gearbox 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Gearbox A4S 310R 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreS5D 200G gearbox
S5D 250G gearbox 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
A4S 270R gearbox 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Gearbox A4S 310R 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ gearbox
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ and GS6-53BZ/DZ gearboxes
M18 × 1,5 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreS5D 200G, S5D 250G, and S5D 310Z gearboxes
S5D 320Z gearbox 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreS6S 420G gearbox
S6S 560G gearbox 38.35 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-6 2.0 L 148 HP engine (1998.3–2000.9)
A4S 270R gearbox 24.34 lbf⋅ft
Gearbox A4S 310R 24.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreS5D 200G gearbox
S5D 250G gearbox 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
A4S 270R gearbox 24.34 lbf⋅ft
Gearbox A4S 310R 24.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ gearbox
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ and GS6-53BZ/DZ gearboxes
M18 × 1,5 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreS5D 200G, S5D 250G, and S5D 310Z gearboxes
S5D 320Z gearbox 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreS6S 420G gearbox
S6S 560G gearbox 38.35 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox cross support
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 127 HP engine (1998.2–2005.4)
expand_moreAt the GS5-39DZ gearbox
M10 30.98 lbf⋅ft
M12 53.84 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37BZ and GS6-37DZ gearboxes
At the gearbox 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn chassis
M10 30.98 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.0115.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M10 30.98 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.0115.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn chassis
M10 30.98 lbf⋅ft
M12 53.84 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTransfer case
Transfer box onto transmission flange connection 31.72 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 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 1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1998 BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

In 1998 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Sedan. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fourth generation model years

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