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Condition Value
expand_moreRear axle brake
expand_moreBrake anchor plate
M10 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper
Code range 7 mm 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Clean the components and do not grease.
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
M12 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake disc
M8 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
M14 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreOn chassis
M10 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M12 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreAt the differential
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
M14 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On chassis 121.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM10 screws with ribbing
Torx screws 51.63 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 309.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
M10 41.3 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the axle support
M16 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAt the axle support (M12)
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreOn stub axle
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn stub axle (M16)
First stage 95.88 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 180°
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
At the axle support 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
On stub axle 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the axle support
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Second stage 90°
On stub axle 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment 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 2012 BMW X5 M 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 X5 M 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 X5 M you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW X5 M Second generation LCI model years

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