2004 BMW 3 Series Sedan rear suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreRear axle brake


Rear axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Clean the components and do not grease.
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle suspension

expand_moreRear axle shock absorber

expand_moreAt the transverse control arm


M12	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m


On chassis	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Rear axle shock absorber piston rod	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_moreM10 silver screws with ribbing


Torx screws	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.


M24	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
M27	221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.

expand_moreBlack screws with ribbing M8 × 40


Torx screws	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreSilver screws with ribbing M8 × 40


Torx screws	38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreSilver screws with ribbing (M10 × 23, class 10.9)


Torx screws	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreRear axle suspension

Figure 1. Rear axle wheel suspension, Rear axle suspension.


1	56.79 lbf⋅ft56.79 lbf⋅ft77 N⋅m
See figure 1.
2	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
3	56.79 lbf⋅ft56.79 lbf⋅ft77 N⋅m
4	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
5	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
6	56.79 lbf⋅ft56.79 lbf⋅ft77 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2000.9–2005.2)


M24	184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace nuts and oil slightly.

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreTire pressure sensors


Torx screws	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace the screw.
Union nuts	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m


Wheel attachment	81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft81.13–95.88 lbf⋅ft110–130 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 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.

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2004 BMW 3 Series Sedan Fourth generation LCI Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications

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