2017 BMW i3 First generation LCI i3s Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Bleed valve | 7.38 lbf⋅ft |
| At the brake caliper | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| Front axle brake caliper | 25.81 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Front axle brake disc | 11.8 lbf⋅ft |
| Use new screws. | |
| Wheel speed sensor | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| M10 | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| M8 | 15.49 lbf⋅ft |
| M8 | 17.7 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| First stage | 70.81 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 45° |
| M14 | 48.68 lbf⋅ft |
| Track rod end on stub axle | 129.07 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Track rod end on track rod | 23.6 lbf⋅ft |
| Track rod on steering gear | 52.37 lbf⋅ft |
| M12 | 47.2 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| M8 | 20.65 lbf⋅ft |
| First stage | 32.45 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and nuts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| M10 | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| M10 | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| First stage | 22.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 41.3 lbf⋅ft |
| Second stage | 73.76 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace nuts. | |
| Otherwise | 90° |
| First stage | 81.13 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws and nuts. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| First stage | 59 lbf⋅ft |
| Replace screws. | |
| Second stage | 90° |
| Union nuts | 5.9 lbf⋅ft |
| M14 × 1,25 screws | 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 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Chassis and Body Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
- Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications
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 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. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.