expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreF03 series (M14)
First stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90° detach
Third stage
110.63 lbf⋅ft110.63 lbf⋅ft150 N⋅m
Fourth stage
165–195°165–195°165–195°
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 brake hose
At the brake caliper
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle steering module
expand_moreNuts at the axle support (M12), first stage
With active steering
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreNuts at the axle support (M12), second stage
With active steering
90°90°90°
expand_moreScrews at the axle support (M14)
With active steering
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle track rod
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal (F03 series)
First stage
92.2 lbf⋅ft92.2 lbf⋅ft125 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal, first stage
Without active steering
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal, second stage
Without active steering
90°90°90°
expand_moreBearing pedestal at the axle support
Without active steering
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
F03 series
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Otherwise
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTo steering module, first stage
With active steering
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreTo steering module, second stage
With active steering
90°90°90°
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
M16
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
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_moreCentral nuts
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreF03 series
Central nuts
309.78 lbf⋅ft309.78 lbf⋅ft420 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer mounting
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
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
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 (F03 series)
M16
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
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_moreOn stub axle (F03 series)
M16
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
Rear
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAt the axle support (F03 series)
Front
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAt the axle support on the rear side (F03 series)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreAt the axle support on the front side
First stage
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
M16
195.45 lbf⋅ft195.45 lbf⋅ft265 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle (M18, F03 series)
First stage
265.52 lbf⋅ft265.52 lbf⋅ft360 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
expand_moreAt the axle support
F03 series
206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Otherwise
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_moreOn stub axle (F03 series)
First stage
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreOn stub axle (M12)
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 2008 BMW 7 Series 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 7 Series 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 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2008 BMW 7 Series generations
In 2008 BMW offered 2 generations of the 7 Series. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.