expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
Screws
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle brake disc
M8
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle track rod
At the axle support
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
On stub axle
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M12
19.91 lbf⋅ft19.91 lbf⋅ft27 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
On chassis
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreOn chassis
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
expand_moreOn chassis (M10)
First stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM16 central screws
First stage
36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
155°155°155°
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
expand_moreAt the axle support
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
expand_moreM12
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
expand_moreM12
First stage
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreRear axle wishbone connecting strut
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm (M14)
First stage
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreOn stub axle
M12
79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
Front
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Rear
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
M16
195.45 lbf⋅ft195.45 lbf⋅ft265 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
At the axle support
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
66.38 lbf⋅ft66.38 lbf⋅ft90 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts
2.58 lbf⋅ft2.58 lbf⋅ft3.5 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel attachment
M14
103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2018 BMW 6 Series M6 Coupe 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 6 Series M6 Coupe 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 2018 BMW 6 Series M6 Coupe you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
BMW 6 Series M6 Coupe First generation second LCI model years