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At the bracket
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
At the subframe
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle bleeder valve
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
8.85–13.28 lbf⋅ft8.85–13.28 lbf⋅ft12–18 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
expand_moreGuide screws
Code range 7 mm
18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft18.44–22.13 lbf⋅ft25–30 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace self-locking or microencapsulated screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake disc
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle brake line
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
Socket unions
12.54 lbf⋅ft12.54 lbf⋅ft17 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle wheel speed sensor
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
At the transverse control arm
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws.
On chassis
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
expand_moreOn chassis
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle carrier stiffening plate
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
expand_moreOn chassis
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
225QMV axis
51.63 lbf⋅ft51.63 lbf⋅ft70 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreM27
Central nuts
309.78 lbf⋅ft309.78 lbf⋅ft420 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
At the axle support
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wishbone connecting strut
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
expand_moreOn stub axle
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreOn stub axle (M16)
First stage
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
expand_moreAt the axle support
M16
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreAt the axle support (M12)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreOn stub axle (M16)
First stage
95.88 lbf⋅ft95.88 lbf⋅ft130 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
At the axle support
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
On stub axle
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
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°
On stub axle
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
expand_moreWheel bearing unit (M12)
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
Union nuts
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel attachment
M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2013.7–)
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 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.
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. Rear suspension fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.