expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreM12 × 1,5 screws
Screws
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake line
At the brake caliper
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle track rod
expand_moreOn chassis
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle (M12)
First stage
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
expand_moreOn chassis (M12)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle (M12)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM16
First stage
154.89 lbf⋅ft154.89 lbf⋅ft210 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn 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 × 1,25 screws
First stage
88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
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 2017 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 2017 BMW i3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2017 BMW i3 generations
In 2017 BMW offered 2 generations of the i3. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.