expand_moreM5 with gasoline V8 4.9 L 394 HP engine (1998.10–2003.6)
Code range 11 mm
8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Code range 7 mm
2.58–3.69 lbf⋅ft2.58–3.69 lbf⋅ft3.5–5 N⋅m
Code range 9 mm
5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft7–11 N⋅m
expand_moreBrake hose
expand_moreM5 with gasoline V8 4.9 L 394 HP engine (1998.10–2003.6)
At the brake caliper
16.23–19.18 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.18 lbf⋅ft22–26 N⋅m
At the brake line
10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper
expand_moreM5 with gasoline V8 4.9 L 394 HP engine (1998.10–2003.6)
Code range 7 mm
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Clean the components and do not grease.
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
M5 with gasoline V8 4.9 L 394 HP engine (1998.10–2003.6)
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle brake disc
M5 with gasoline V8 4.9 L 394 HP engine (1998.10–2003.6)
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel speed sensor
M5 with gasoline V8 4.9 L 394 HP engine (1998.10–2003.6)
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
Track rod end on stub axle
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod
expand_moreM5 with gasoline V8 4.9 L 394 HP engine (1998.10–2003.6)
Clamping screws
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Self-locking nuts
37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
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 2000 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.
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 5 Series M5 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 2000 BMW 5 Series M5 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2000 BMW 5 Series M5 Sedan generations
In 2000 BMW offered 2 generations of the 5 Series M5 Sedan. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.