2008 BMW 5 Series M5 Sedan front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


Code range 11 mm	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Code range 7 mm	2.95–3.69 lbf⋅ft2.95–3.69 lbf⋅ft4–5 N⋅m
Code range 9 mm	5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft7–11 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


M10	17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m


Brake line	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper


Guide screws	18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws.


Front axle brake caliper mounting support	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws
Front axle brake disc	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
Clean thread and use new screws.

expand_morePressure line at steering gear

expand_moreBanjo screws


M14	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
M16	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Socket unions	26.55 lbf⋅ft26.55 lbf⋅ft36 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreReturn line to steering gear

expand_moreBanjo screws


M14	24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
M16	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Socket unions	26.55 lbf⋅ft26.55 lbf⋅ft36 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.


Steering column	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


Steering wheel	45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle	121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
On stub axle	59.74 lbf⋅ft59.74 lbf⋅ft81 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.

expand_moreWheel suspension


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at the stub axle	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	22.86 lbf⋅ft22.86 lbf⋅ft31 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle

expand_moreM14


Nuts	121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Front suspension cross-brace	19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°


On stub axle	121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75–105°75–105°75–105°


On stub axle	121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing


Wheel bearing unit	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Use new screws.

expand_moreWheels and tires

expand_moreWheel attachment


M12	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 2008 BMW 5 Series M5 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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