expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
55.32 lbf⋅ft55.32 lbf⋅ft75 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
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
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Clean thread, use new screws and do not retighten screws any further.
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the axle support
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Track rod end on stub axle
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 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
expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod
M12
52.37 lbf⋅ft52.37 lbf⋅ft71 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreM16
First stage
154.89 lbf⋅ft154.89 lbf⋅ft210 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Second stage
90°90°90°
Front axle stabiliser mounting
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
M12
79.66 lbf⋅ft79.66 lbf⋅ft108 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
expand_moreM10
Screws
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreM14
Nuts
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
expand_moreM14
Nuts
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreFront suspension cross-brace
expand_moreM10
First stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Use new screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
On stub axle
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
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
90°90°90°
Otherwise
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit (M12)
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts
2.58 lbf⋅ft2.58 lbf⋅ft3.5 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel attachment
M14
103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2011 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.
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 2011 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.