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Condition Value
expand_moreFront axle brake
expand_moreBleed valve
Code range 11 mm 8.8513.28 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake hose
At the brake caliper 17.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreBrake line
At the brake hose 11.8 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper
Code range 7 mm 22.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Code range 9 mm 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support
M12 81.13 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
expand_moreFront axle brake disc
M8 11.8 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Wheel speed sensor 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle steering
Lower steering column joint 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Clean thread, use new screws and do not retighten screws any further.
Pressure line at steering gear 24.34 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
Return line to steering gear 25.81 lbf⋅ft
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle
M14 59 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_moreSuspension strut bearing pedestal
expand_moreOn chassis
M8 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreShock-absorber piston rod
M12 35.4 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
Connection clamp at the suspension strut 59.74 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
On chassis 20.65 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 309.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stub axle
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut
M12 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
M10 41.3 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
expand_moreM10
Top 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreM14
Bottom 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
Transverse control arm connection clamp at the suspension strut 59.74 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Transverse control arm connection clamp at the transverse control arm 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreUpper transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
First stage 28.03 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
On stub axle 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace nuts.
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
Second stage 90°
On stub axle 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
At the subframe 121.7 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
On stub axle 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace nut.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreWheel bearing unit (M12)
First stage 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 90°
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 2013 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 2013 BMW X5 M you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2013 BMW X5 M generations

In 2013 BMW offered 2 generations of the X5 M. Front suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW X5 M Second generation LCI model years

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