Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreM10 screws with ribbing
Torx screws
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
42.78 lbf⋅ft42.78 lbf⋅ft58 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the subframe
Front
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAt the subframe on the rear side
M14
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
M16
177.01 lbf⋅ft177.01 lbf⋅ft240 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
On stub axle
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreAt subframe on stub axle
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Torx screws
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace the screw.
Union nuts
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel attachment
95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft130–150 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2003 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 2003 BMW 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.