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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
expand_moreBleed valve
Code range 11 mm 8.8513.28 lbf⋅ft
Code range 9 mm 6.648.11 lbf⋅ft
Brake hose 12.54 lbf⋅ft
Brake line 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper
Code range 7 mm 22.1325.81 lbf⋅ft
Code range 9 mm 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 55.32 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
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 17.7 lbf⋅ft
Clean thread, use new screws and do not retighten screws any further.
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the axle support
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Track rod end on stub axle 73.76 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
expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod
M12 52.37 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreM16
First stage 154.89 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
Front axle stabiliser mounting 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
M12 79.66 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
M10 41.3 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
expand_moreM10
Screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM14
Nuts 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSupport joint at the transverse control arm
expand_moreM14
Nuts 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreFront suspension cross-brace
expand_moreM10
First stage 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
On stub axle 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
Otherwise 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit (M12)
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts 2.58 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreWheel attachment
M14 103.26 lbf⋅ft

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.

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 2011 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW X3 Second generation model years

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