Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
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M6
7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft7.38–8.85 lbf⋅ft10–12 N⋅m
Gradually tighten screws crosswise.
expand_moreRelease bearing guide sleeve
M6
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
M8 × 22 screws
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
M8 × 30 screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
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expand_moreRear axle differential
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M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
M16
162.26 lbf⋅ft162.26 lbf⋅ft220 N⋅m
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expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
expand_moreM10
Hexagon head screws
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
Torx screws
30.98 lbf⋅ft30.98 lbf⋅ft42 N⋅m
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Torx screws
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
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Hexagon head screws
54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m
expand_moreM6
Hexagon head screws
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
Torx screws
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
Hexagon head screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Torx screws
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
Gearbox oil drain plug
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Gearbox oil filler plug
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Gearbox oil filter cover
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox mounting
Gearbox cross support
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 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