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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
Rear axle brake caliper 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Clean the thread and use screw-locking compound.
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support 81.13 lbf⋅ft
oil lightly
Rear axle brake disc 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M10 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
M14 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
On chassis 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 93.67 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreCollar nuts
M27 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreM10 screws with ribbing
Torx screws 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM10 × 50 screws without ribbing (class 10.9)
Torx screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM12 × 50 screws with ribbing (class 10.9)
Torx screws 99.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the subframe
Front 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Rear 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 174.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
At the subframe 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
On stub axle 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
At the subframe 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
On stub axle 118.01 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Torx screws 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace the screw.
Union nuts 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Wheel attachment 88.51 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 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 1998 BMW 7 Series you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1998 BMW 7 Series generations

In 1998 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 Third generation model years

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