2008 BMW X3 First generation LCI Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
At the cylinder head 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
expand_moreM6
Screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Nuts 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM6
Screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Nuts 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 si with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
At the cylinder head 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreM6
Screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Nuts 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
On alternator 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
On alternator 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8) 29.5 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM11
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8) 14.01 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 13.28 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
Onto crankcase 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM8
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 190°
expand_more3.0 si with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase (M8)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
Onto crankcase 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreOnto crankcase (M8)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVacuum pump
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M6 screws (class 10.9) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M6 8.8 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
M6 screws (class 10.9) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M6 8.8 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreVacuum pump sprocket wheel
M10 × 30 screws 48.68 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCarburetion
Fuel-distributing pipe 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12) 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
Union nuts 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
Union nuts 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
Union nuts 16.96 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Union nuts 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
All BMW diesel straight-4 2.0 L M47 D20 (204D4) engines 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12) 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
expand_moreM14 × 1,5 screws
Central screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM14
Central screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreM14
Central screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreM14 × 1,5 screws
Central screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreM12
Central screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection hoses
Union nuts 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 19.18 lbf⋅ft
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 19.18 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 19.18 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreTurbo charger
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
On exhaust manifold 36.88 lbf⋅ft
tighten gradually cross-wise
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
Clamps 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M10 × 25 screws 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M10 × 80 screws 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 × 22 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
Clamps 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M10 × 25 screws 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M10 × 80 screws 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 × 22 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
On exhaust manifold 18.44 lbf⋅ft
tighten gradually cross-wise
Turbocharger oil feed line 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Turbocharger oil return line 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Hose clamps.
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant drain plug
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M14 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M14 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M14 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCoolant pump
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
On servo pump 23.6 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
On servo pump 23.6 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 16.23 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 9.59 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M7 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3)
Bearing cap 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, 2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3).
Figure 1. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, 2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3).
Bearing casing 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1.
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
Inlet camshaft 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace aluminum screws.
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace aluminum screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_morexDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
Bearing cap 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Bearing casing 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1.
expand_morexDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8)
Bearing cap 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Bearing casing 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 1.
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
Inlet camshaft 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace aluminum screws.
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace aluminum screws.
Second stage 60°
All other modifications 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 2. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 2.
Second stage 180° detach
loosen in reverse order to the illustration
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 11
Sixth stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 3.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8), Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 4.
Second stage 90°
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Third stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
Fifth stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
Sixth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 18
Seventh stage 135°
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, 3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8), Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 15
Sixth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 5.
Second stage 180° detach
Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening.
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 120°
Fifth stage 120°
expand_moreScrew 15
Sixth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12), Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 7.
Second stage 90°
Fourth stage 45°
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Third stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
Fifth stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreScrews 15 – 17
Sixth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 18
Seventh stage 135°
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4), Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 8.
Second stage 180° detach
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 90°
Fifth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 15
Sixth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 8.
Second stage 180° detach
Loosen the cylinder head screws in the reverse order of tightening.
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 120°
Fifth stage 120°
expand_moreScrew 15
Sixth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 9.
Second stage 180° detach
loosen in reverse order to the illustration
Third stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Fourth stage 120°
Fifth stage 120°
expand_moreScrew 11
Sixth stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreValve cover
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M7 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace aluminum screws.
expand_morexDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
M7 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace aluminum screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace and lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 70°
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage 120°
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Replace and lightly oil the screws.
Second stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 70°
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace, wash and lubricate the screws.
Second stage 70°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 150°
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_morexDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM47 engine
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 150°
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8) 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM16
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 360°
expand_moreCrankshaft pulley
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 25.08 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDrive plate
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2007.9–2009.3) 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3) 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreN52 engine
Magnesium valve cover 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_morePlastic valve cover screws of N52 engine
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 92.2 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12) 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
xDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8) 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
xDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8) 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreN52 engine
Magnesium valve cover 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_morePlastic valve cover screws of N52 engine
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 92.2 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 89.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
expand_moreEngine block closure screws
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
M30 × 1 screws 51.63 lbf⋅ft
M40 × 1,5 screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
M12 95.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M12 95.88 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
First stage 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 70°
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 70°
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
Fifth stage 180° detach
from inside to outside
Sixth stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Seventh stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Eighth stage 60°
Ninth stage 60°
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace bolts.
Second stage 70°
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 100 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 70°
expand_moreM10 × 27 screws
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 41 screws
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8 × 37 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
Fifth stage 180° detach
from inside to outside
Sixth stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Seventh stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Eighth stage 60°
Ninth stage 60°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
expand_moreVibration damper
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M8 × 16 screws (class 10.9) 25.81 lbf⋅ft
M8 × 20 screws (class 8.8) 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8) 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
M8 × 16 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 60°
Third stage 60°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 120°
expand_moreEngine control
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain guide rail
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Guide screws 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreBearing screws
M7 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM18
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Guide screws 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
M7 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM18
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain slip rail
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M16 × 1,5 screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M6 × 35 screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreN52 engine
Magnesium valve cover 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Plastic valve cover 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8) 47.94 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12) 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12) 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
xDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M16 × 1,5 screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
Bearing screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreBearing screws
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM22
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
Bearing screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreBearing screws
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM22
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
expand_moreM57 engine M12 × 1,5 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 35°
expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 50°
M7 × 18 screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreM57 engine M12 × 1,5 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 35°
expand_moreEngine code M57 D30 TU
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 50°
M7 × 18 screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
Chain tensioner 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
Chain tensioner 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M22 × 1,5 screws 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M22 × 1,5 screws 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner locking screws
M30 × 1 screws 51.63 lbf⋅ft
M40 × 1,5 screws 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain guide rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain tensioning rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
Intermediate shaft chain sprocket 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOil pump camshaft timing chain guide rail
expand_moreM6 × 16 screws
First stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
Third stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
Cap 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Screws 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
Cap 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Screws 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
Cap 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Screws 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreM30 × 1 screws
Cap 51.63 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM40 × 1,5 screws
Cap 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM7
Screws 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreScrews (M6)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreEngine lubrication
expand_moreOil cooler
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM8 × 35 screws
At the bracket 8.85 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil drain plug
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
M20 × 1,5 screws 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_morexDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M20 × 1,5 screws 29.5 lbf⋅ft
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M8 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM8 × 123 screws
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM8 × 31 screws
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M8 × 35 screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 123 screws
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM8 × 31 screws
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M8 × 35 screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 × 30 screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8 × 45 screws
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil pump chain wheel
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
Left-hand thread 23.6 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M8 × 35 screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
Left-hand thread 23.6 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M8 × 35 screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil sump
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
M8 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8 × 50 screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 112 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreM8 × 24 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 26 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 92 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
expand_moreM6
Screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM6
Screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 si with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 36 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 40 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M8 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 112 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreM8 × 24 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 26 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 92 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreM6
Screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 36 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAluminium sump M8 × 40 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
2.5 si xDrive with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.7–2008.12) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 1.48 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 1.48 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4) 1.48 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 2.95 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust gas temperature sensor 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGlow plugs
All other modifications 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreKnock sensor
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_more3.0 si with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_more3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8)
expand_moreOn the engine block
M10 screws (class 8.8) 28.03 lbf⋅ft
M8 screws (class 8.8) 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreOn the engine block
M10 screws (class 8.8) 28.03 lbf⋅ft
M8 screws (class 8.8) 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2008.9–2011.4)
expand_moreOn the engine block
M10 screws (class 8.8) 28.03 lbf⋅ft
M8 screws (class 8.8) 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
On the engine block 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreAt the axle support
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn engine bracket
M10 41.3 lbf⋅ft
M12 50.15 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreOn chassis (M12)
Center 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Front 83.34 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreOn chassis on the rear side
M10 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate
M10 54.58 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
At the turbocharger 30.98 lbf⋅ft
Clamps 39.83 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
At the turbocharger 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace clamps.
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M7 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new nuts evenly in several steps.
expand_more3.0 si with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
M7 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
M8 16.96 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
M7 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2008.9–2011.8)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Tighten new nuts evenly in several steps.
expand_moreAll other modifications
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
On particle filter 37.62 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_moreOn rear axle differential (M12)
Nuts 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreParticle filter bracket
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
Strut 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
M12 × 1,5 screws 14.75–19.18 lbf⋅ft
M14 × 1,5 screws 19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 174 HP, 340 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2007.9–2009.3)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M10 × 30 screws 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_more2.5 si with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2006.9–2008.8)
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_morexDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2008.9–2010.8)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2008.9–2011.8)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M10 × 30 screws 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 25 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
expand_moreM10 × 30 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 85 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
All other modifications 33.19 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 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.

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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 2008 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW X3 First generation LCI model years

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