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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
Rear axle brake caliper 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Clean the components and do not grease.
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle brake disc 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
On chassis 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
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_moreRear axle suspension
Figure 1. Rear axle wheel suspension, Rear axle suspension.
Figure 1. Rear axle wheel suspension, Rear axle suspension.
1 56.79 lbf⋅ft
See figure 1.
2 81.13 lbf⋅ft
3 56.79 lbf⋅ft
4 81.13 lbf⋅ft
5 81.13 lbf⋅ft
6 56.79 lbf⋅ft
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⋅ft
Replace nuts and oil slightly.
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Torx screws 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace the screw.
Union nuts 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Wheel attachment 81.1395.88 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 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 2005 BMW 3 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2005 BMW 3 Series Sedan generations

In 2005 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Sedan. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fourth generation LCI model years

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