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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
Rear axle brake caliper 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Clean the components and do not grease.
Rear axle brake caliper mounting support 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Rear axle brake disc 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
On chassis 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M10 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_morePanhard rods
On chassis 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreAt the differential
Front 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Rear 121.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn chassis
M12 × 1,5 screws 56.79 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreRear axle longitudinal control arm
At the bearing pedestal 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBearing pedestal
On chassis 56.79 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
At the axle support 56.79 lbf⋅ft
On stub axle 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm upper
At the axle support 56.79 lbf⋅ft
Tighten in normal position.
On stub axle 78.18 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 95.88110.63 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2004 BMW X3 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 X3 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 2004 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW X3 First generation model years

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