expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Front axle brake disc
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Wheel speed sensor
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle steering
expand_moreLower steering column joint
M10
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
M8
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreSteering column
M8
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreSteering column joint upper
M8
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreSteering gear
First stage
70.81 lbf⋅ft70.81 lbf⋅ft96 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreSteering wheel
M14
48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle
129.07 lbf⋅ft129.07 lbf⋅ft175 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod
23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear
52.37 lbf⋅ft52.37 lbf⋅ft71 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod
M12
47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreAt the bearing pedestal
M8
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
expand_moreOn stub axle (M12)
First stage
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
expand_moreM10
First stage
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
expand_moreM16
Second stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Otherwise
90°90°90°
expand_moreTransverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)
First stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel attachment
M14 × 1,25 screws
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 2013 BMW i3 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 i3 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 2013 BMW i3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.