xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2011.5–)
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Parking brake servomotor
8.85 lbf⋅ft8.85 lbf⋅ft12 N⋅m
Replace bolts.
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper
Code range 13 mm
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear 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°
Rear axle brake disc
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Rear axle brake hose
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle steering
expand_moreRear axle track rod
At the axle support
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M12
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle suspension strut
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreLower front 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°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreAt the differential (M12)
Front
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreAt the differential on the rear side
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreOn chassis (M12)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle carrier stiffening plate
expand_moreOn chassis
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM27 central nuts
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
M8
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stub axle
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper front 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°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreUpper 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°
expand_moreOn stub axle
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
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 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.
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.