expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
expand_moreMagnesium valve cover
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 13. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6), Magnesium valve cover, Screws 1 – 14.
expand_moreAluminium oil sump (M8 × 112 and M8 × 92)
Third stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreSheet-steel sump
First stage
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
On the engine block
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2008.5–2012.5)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
325 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
All other modifications
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2008.5–2012.5)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_more325 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
First stage
2.21 lbf⋅ft2.21 lbf⋅ft3 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
All other modifications
3.69 lbf⋅ft3.69 lbf⋅ft5 N⋅m
expand_moreGlow plugs
318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2012.6)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
330 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
335 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2012.6)
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
All other modifications
9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
expand_moreKnock sensor
expand_more325 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Use new screws
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2006.9–2012.6)
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Lambda sensor
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
M10 screws (class 8.8)
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2008.5–2012.5)
expand_moreAt the subframe
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
expand_moreOn engine bracket
M12
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the subframe
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M8 screws (class 10.9)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
On engine bracket
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the subframe
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M8 screws (class 10.9)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
expand_moreOn engine bracket
M10 screws (class 10.9)
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
M12
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the subframe
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M8 screws (class 10.9)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
On engine bracket
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the subframe
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M8 screws (class 10.9)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
expand_moreOn engine bracket
M10 screws (class 10.9)
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 194 HP engine (2006.9–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the subframe
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
M8 screws (class 10.9)
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
expand_moreOn engine bracket
M10 screws (class 10.9)
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
M12
50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the crossmember
M10 screws (class 10.9)
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreEngine suspension
expand_moreOn the engine block
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe
M12
79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe diagonal strut
expand_moreM10
First stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2008.5–2012.5)
M8
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
First stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
expand_moreM10
Screws
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Torx screws
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
Screws
54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m
Torx screws
48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m
expand_moreM6
Screws
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Torx screws
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
Screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Torx screws
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Nuts
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
expand_moreM10
Screws
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Torx screws
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
Screws
54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m
Torx screws
48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m
expand_moreM6
Screws
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
Screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Torx screws
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Nuts
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
expand_moreM10
Screws
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Torx screws
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
Screws
54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m
Torx screws
48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m
expand_moreM6
Screws
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Torx screws
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
Screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Torx screws
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
Nuts
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the turbocharger
Clamps
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace clamps.
expand_moreOn catalytic converter
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_moreOn primary catalytic converter
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
M8
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
Strut
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreOn catalytic converter
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_moreOn primary catalytic converter
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2008.5–2012.5)
M7
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 121 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
M8
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2012.6)
M7
9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
expand_more318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 127 HP engine (2006.1–2012.6)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
M8
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
Replace the nuts and use fitting paste
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2012.6)
M7
9.59 lbf⋅ft9.59 lbf⋅ft13 N⋅m
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M7
11.06 lbf⋅ft11.06 lbf⋅ft15 N⋅m
M8
16.96 lbf⋅ft16.96 lbf⋅ft23 N⋅m
All other modifications
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
expand_more316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2008.5–2012.5)
M10
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
M8
22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2012.6)
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_more320 xd with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2012.6)
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_more325 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOn exhaust manifold
M10
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_more318 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.7–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
Nuts
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_more320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
Nuts
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_more320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2012.6)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
Nuts
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreParticle filter bracket
expand_moreScrews at the gearbox bracket
M8
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
Strut
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_morePrimary catalytic converter
expand_moreAt the turbocharger
Clamps
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Use a new clamp
expand_moreOn diesel particulate filter
Clamps
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
M12 × 1,25 screws
14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m
M14 × 1,25 screws
19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 121 HP engine (2008.5–2012.5)
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 154 HP engine (2005.9–2012.6)
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2012.6)
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
All other modifications
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
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 Touring 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.
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 Touring 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 Touring you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2008 BMW 3 Series Touring generations
In 2008 BMW offered 2 generations of the 3 Series Touring. Engine fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.