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Condition Value
expand_moreAir intake system
expand_moreIntake manifold
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 308 HP engine (2011.9–) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten the screws evenly in several steps.
xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–) 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Figure 1. Air intake system, Intake manifold, All other modifications.
Figure 1. Air intake system, Intake manifold, All other modifications.
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
See figure 1.
Figure 2. Air intake system, Intake manifold, All other modifications.
Figure 2. Air intake system, Intake manifold, All other modifications.
Second stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
See figure 2.
expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt deflection pulley
M10 40.57 lbf⋅ft
BMW gasoline straight-6 3.0 L N55 B30 A 302 HP 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 90°
BMW gasoline straight-6 3.0 L N55 B30 A 302 HP 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M10 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.5–)
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
All other modifications 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket
M8 13.28 lbf⋅ft
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 13.28 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAlternator
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGenerator bracket
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.5–)
M8 13.28 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVacuum pump
At the cylinder head 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreVacuum pump sprocket wheel
xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–) 48.68 lbf⋅ft
Clean and lubricate the screws.
expand_moreCarburetion
Exhaust gas return cooler 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust gas return valve 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Exhaust recirculation pipe 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel-distributing pipe
xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–) 8.8510.33 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 5.16 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure line
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
On high-pressure pump 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
On rail 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
On high-pressure pump 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
On rail 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Union nuts 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
M6 8.85 lbf⋅ft
Tighten bolts uniformly in several passes.
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
Manufacturer Bosch 8.119.59 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreHigh-pressure pump pulley
expand_moreAll other modifications
Cap 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreM12
Central screws 47.94 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection hoses
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
On injector 14.7519.18 lbf⋅ft
On rail 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
On injector 14.7519.18 lbf⋅ft
On rail 14.7519.18 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Union nuts 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInjection nozzle (injector)
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–) 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2011.8–) 8.1111.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
Retaining clamp 8.8510.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 19.18 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCharging
expand_moreTurbo charger
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–)
Clamps 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block
Support 14.01 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use hot screw paste
Turbocharger bracket 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTurbocharger oil feed line
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreTurbocharger oil return line
All other modifications 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Hose clamps.
expand_moreCooling system
expand_moreCoolant drain plug
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M14 36.88 lbf⋅ft
M22 36.88 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCoolant pump
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.5–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
xDrive 35 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 308 HP engine (2011.9–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCylinder head
expand_moreCamshaft bearing
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreInlet camshaft
M6 × 30 screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
M6 × 50 screws 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
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 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–)
Bearing cap 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Tighten crosswise from inside to outside.
expand_moreBearing casing
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–), Bearing casing.
Figure 3. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–), Bearing casing.
Screws 1 – 20 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 3.
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
Inlet camshaft 6.27 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), Outlet camshaft.
Figure 4. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), Outlet camshaft.
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 4.
Second stage 60°
expand_moreAll other modifications
Bearing cap 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications.
Figure 5. Cylinder head, Camshaft bearing, All other modifications.
Bearing casing 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 5.
expand_moreCylinder head screws
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 6
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–), Screws 1 – 6.
Figure 6. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–), Screws 1 – 6.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 6.
Third stage 90°
Fifth stage 180°
expand_moreScrews 7 – 10
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 90°
Sixth stage 180°
expand_moreScrew 11
Seventh stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 7. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–), 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 (2011.5–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–), Screws 1 – 14.
Figure 8. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–), Screws 1 – 14.
First stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 8.
Second stage 120°
Third stage 120°
expand_moreScrew 15
Fourth stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 9. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 9.
Third stage 90°
Fifth stage 180°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 14
Second stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 90°
Sixth stage 180°
expand_moreScrews 15 – 18
Seventh stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 10. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 10. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, All other modifications, Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 10.
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_moreRocker bridge
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M7 11.06 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreValve cover
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Figure 11. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
Figure 11. Cylinder head, Valve cover.
BMW gasoline straight-6 3.0 L N55 B30 A 302 HP 6.27 lbf⋅ft
Note correct order of tensioning. See figure 11.
expand_moreAll other modifications
M7 6.64 lbf⋅ft
Replace aluminum screws.
expand_moreEngine block
expand_moreBalance shaft gear wheel
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreM10 central screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 70.07 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreBalance shaft module
expand_moreAll other modifications
M6 × 25 screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8 × 40 screws
First stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8 × 75 screws
First stage 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreConnecting rod bearing
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage 140°
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screw, wash and slightly oil.
Second stage 120°
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 140°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace, wash and lubricate the screws.
Second stage 70°
expand_moreCrankshaft central screws
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace and lightly oil the screw.
Second stage 360°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM18
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 270°
expand_moreDrive plate
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
First stage 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 92.2 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
All other modifications 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Engine block closure screws 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFlywheel
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
First stage 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
All other modifications 88.51 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreMain bearing
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 10
Figure 12. Engine block, Main bearing, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–), Screws 1 – 10.
Figure 12. Engine block, Main bearing, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–), Screws 1 – 10.
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 12.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreScrews 11 – 30
Third stage 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
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 (2011.5–)
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Third stage 60°
Fourth stage 60°
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreScrews 1 – 14 (M10 × 100)
Figure 13. Engine block, Main bearing, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), Screws 1 – 14 (M10 × 100).
Figure 13. Engine block, Main bearing, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), Screws 1 – 14 (M10 × 100).
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws. See figure 13.
Second stage 70°
expand_moreM10 × 27 screw 15
Third stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreM10 × 41 screw 15
Third stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 90°
expand_moreScrew 15 (M8 × 37)
Third stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Fourth stage 90°
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
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
M8 × 16 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
M8 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
M8 25.81 lbf⋅ft
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_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M7 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM18
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM22
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreOn the engine block
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
expand_moreBearing screws
M7 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM18
Cap 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
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_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M6 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
M6 × 35 screws 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
At the cylinder head 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioner
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–) 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2011.8–) 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–) 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–) 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
All other modifications 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreCamshaft timing chain tensioning rail
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreM22
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreOn the engine block
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
expand_moreBearing screws
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM22
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreBearing screws
M8 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM22
Cap 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
All other modifications 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCamshaft timing gear
All other modifications 10.33 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreChain tensioner
M22 × 1,5 screws 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain guide rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreControl drive chain tensioner
All other modifications 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Control drive chain tensioning rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreControl drive sprocket wheel
M12 47.94 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Control drive timing chain slip rail 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreEccentric shaft for intake valve timing
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
M6 6.27 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreM10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 55°
Intermediate shaft chain sprocket 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOil pump camshaft timing chain guide rail
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreM16 × 1,5 screws
Cap 19.91 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
expand_moreM6 × 16 screws
First stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
Oil pump drive chain tensioner 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel
expand_moreM10
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreCentral screws
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 55°
expand_moreTiming case cover
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn timing case cover
Cap 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace the cover plate.
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
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 A 208 HP 5.16 lbf⋅ft
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 A 255 HP 5.16 lbf⋅ft
BMW gasoline straight-6 3.0 L N55 B30 A 302 HP 11.8 lbf⋅ft
BMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 B 308 HP 5.16 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 4.43 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil drain plug
All other modifications 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreOil filter housing
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
At the cylinder head 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
At the cylinder head 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–)
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
On the engine block 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
At the cylinder head 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
Oil filter cover 18.44 lbf⋅ft
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil lines
On the engine block 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Oil pressure sensor 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOil pump
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
Figure 14. Engine lubrication, Oil pump, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–).
Figure 14. Engine lubrication, Oil pump, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–).
M6 × 70 screws 7.38 lbf⋅ft
See figure 14.
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
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 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–)
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreScrews (M8 × 123)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreScrews (M8 × 31)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreScrews (M8 × 37)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
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_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreM10 central screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Second stage 70.07 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
expand_moreM8 × 20 screws
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2011.5–)
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Left-hand thread
Second stage 50°
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
expand_moreAll other modifications
First stage 3.69 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw. (left-hand thread)
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOil sump
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
With aluminium sump 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8 × 112 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreM8 × 26 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8 × 36 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8 × 40 screws
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM8 × 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 (2011.5–)
On the engine block 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreM12
Screws 103.26 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreScrews (M8 × 112)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreScrews (M8 × 26)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreScrews (M8 × 50)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreScrews (M8 × 92)
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreAll other modifications
On the engine block 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine management
expand_moreCamshaft sensor
xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 241 HP engine (2011.8–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–) 6.64 lbf⋅ft
xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–) 5.9 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Charge air pressure sensor 2.77 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreCrankshaft sensor
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
M6 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
First stage 2.21 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
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_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
M8 × 30 screws 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
First stage 7.38 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
All other modifications 16.23 lbf⋅ft
Lambda sensor 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreEngine bracket
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
expand_moreOn the engine block
First stage 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreOn the engine block
M12 48.68 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
On the engine block 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreEngine mounting
expand_moreAt the axle support
M10 × 30 screws 28.03 lbf⋅ft
M8 × 45 screws 20.65 lbf⋅ft
On engine bracket 48.68 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSubframe
expand_moreOn chassis (M12)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreSubframe stiffening plate
M12 81.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust system
expand_moreCatalytic converter
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
Clamps 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Use new parts.
expand_moreCatalytic converter bracket
M8 20.65 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDiesel particulate filter
Clamps 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the turbocharger
Clamps 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Replace clamps.
Differential pressure sensor lines 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust manifold
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
Figure 15. Exhaust system, Exhaust manifold, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–).
Figure 15. Exhaust system, Exhaust manifold, xDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–).
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. See figure 15.
Second stage 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
M7 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.5–) 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
expand_moreAt the cylinder head
Figure 16. Exhaust system, Exhaust manifold, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), At the cylinder head.
Figure 16. Exhaust system, Exhaust manifold, xDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–), At the cylinder head.
First stage 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts. See figure 16.
Second stage 9.59 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn exhaust manifold
Support 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn the engine block
Support 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreAll other modifications
M7 9.59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreExhaust pipe
expand_moreAll other modifications
Clamps 40.57 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Nuts 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn rear axle
M12 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFuel supply
Fuel filter bracket 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreIgnition system
expand_moreSpark plugs
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
M12 14.7519.18 lbf⋅ft
M14 19.9124.34 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
M12 16.96 lbf⋅ft
M14 22.13 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreStart system
expand_moreStarter
expand_moresDrive 18 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP engine (2011.8–)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2010.9–)
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 20 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2011.9–)
expand_moreOnto crankcase
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 28 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.4–)
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 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2010.9–)
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
All other modifications 14.01 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 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 2012 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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