2009 BMW X3 front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


Code range 11 mm	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m
Code range 7 mm	2.58–3.69 lbf⋅ft2.58–3.69 lbf⋅ft3.5–5 N⋅m
Code range 9 mm	5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft5.16–8.11 lbf⋅ft7–11 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


At the brake caliper	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m


Brake line	10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Front axle brake caliper	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Clean the components and do not grease.
Front axle brake caliper mounting support	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Front axle brake disc	11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Wheel speed sensor	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering


Lower steering column joint	20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Steering gear	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.
Track rod end on stub axle	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod	37.62 lbf⋅ft37.62 lbf⋅ft51 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear	81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Suspension strut bearing pedestal	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Shock-absorber piston rod	47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
On stub axle	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screws and nuts.

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreM27


Central nuts	309.78 lbf⋅ft309.78 lbf⋅ft420 N⋅m
Replace nuts.


Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut	47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Support joint at the transverse control arm	59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the axle support


First stage	121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the axle support


First stage	73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	75–105°75–105°75–105°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Wheel attachment	95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft130–150 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2009 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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