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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
expand_moreBleed valve
Code range 11 mm 8.8511.8 lbf⋅ft
Code range 7 mm 2.583.69 lbf⋅ft
Code range 9 mm 5.168.11 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake hose
At the brake caliper 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Brake line 10.33 lbf⋅ft
Front axle brake caliper 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Clean the components and do not grease.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Front axle brake disc 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Wheel speed sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
Lower steering column joint 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Steering gear 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts.
Track rod end on stub axle 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod 37.62 lbf⋅ft
Track rod on steering gear 81.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Suspension strut bearing pedestal 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Shock-absorber piston rod 47.2 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws and nuts.
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 309.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Support joint at the stub axle 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Support joint at the transverse control arm 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 75105°
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 2006 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 2006 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2006 BMW X3 generations

In 2006 BMW offered 2 generations of the X3. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW X3 First generation LCI model years

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