expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal on the left side
M8 screws (class 8.8)
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreM10 screws (class 10.9)
Nuts
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe
M12 screws (class 10.9)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreExhaust manifold
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_moreExhaust pipe
M10
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreIgnition system
Spark plugs
14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft20–26 N⋅m
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
M10
30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 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 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 5 Series M5 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 5 Series M5 Touring you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
BMW 5 Series M5 Touring Third generation model years