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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
expand_moreBrake anchor plate
M6 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
expand_moreParking brake servomotor
At the bracket 2.95 lbf⋅ft
At the axle support 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper
Code range 13 mm 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreF03 series (M14)
First stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90° detach
Third stage 110.63 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 165195°
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
Screws 81.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle brake disc
M8 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
At the brake caliper 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle steering module
expand_moreNuts at the axle support (M12), first stage
With active steering 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreNuts at the axle support (M12), second stage
With active steering 90°
expand_moreScrews at the axle support (M14)
With active steering 121.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle track rod
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal (F03 series)
First stage 92.2 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal, first stage
Without active steering 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal, second stage
Without active steering 90°
expand_moreBearing pedestal at the axle support
Without active steering 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
F03 series 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Otherwise 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTo steering module, first stage
With active steering 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreTo steering module, second stage
With active steering 90°
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M12 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
On chassis 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
M16 184.39 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreOn chassis
M14 121.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn chassis (M10)
First stage 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreCentral nuts
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreF03 series
Central nuts 309.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer mounting 41.3 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
expand_moreM12
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
M10 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreM12
First stage 33.19 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreRear axle wishbone connecting strut
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm (F03 series)
M16 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts.
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm (M14)
First stage 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreOn stub axle
M12 79.66 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn stub axle (F03 series)
M16 184.39 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
Rear 129.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAt the axle support (F03 series)
Front 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAt the axle support on the rear side (F03 series)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAt the axle support on the front side
First stage 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
M16 195.45 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle (M18, F03 series)
First stage 265.52 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
expand_moreAt the axle support
F03 series 206.52 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Otherwise 129.07 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 66.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreOn stub axle (F03 series)
First stage 147.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreOn stub axle (M12)
Wheel bearing unit 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts 2.58 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel attachment
M14 103.26 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 2012 BMW 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2012 BMW 7 Series generations

In 2012 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.

BMW 7 Series Fifth generation LCI model years

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