Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft front axle
expand_moreZNS screws (M10, class 12.9)
First stage
7.38 lbf⋅ft7.38 lbf⋅ft10 N⋅m
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft rear axle
M10 screws (class 10.9)
47.2 lbf⋅ft47.2 lbf⋅ft64 N⋅m
M10 screws (class 8.8)
35.4 lbf⋅ft35.4 lbf⋅ft48 N⋅m
M12 screws (class 10.9)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreZNS screws (M12, class 10.9)
First stage
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreClutch
expand_moreClutch pressure plate
expand_moreAll other modifications
M8 screws (class 10.9)
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
M8 screws (class 8.8)
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Clutch slave cylinder
16.23 lbf⋅ft16.23 lbf⋅ft22 N⋅m
expand_moreDifferential
expand_moreRear axle differential
At the axle support
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Rear axle differential oil drain plug
44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Rear axle differential oil filler screws
47.94 lbf⋅ft47.94 lbf⋅ft65 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
expand_moreM10
Hexagon head screws
36.14 lbf⋅ft36.14 lbf⋅ft49 N⋅m
Torx screws
31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m
expand_moreM12
Hexagon head screws
54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m
Torx screws
48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m
expand_moreM6
Hexagon head screws
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
Torx screws
6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m
expand_moreM8
Hexagon head screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
Torx screws
14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m
expand_moreTorque converter
M10 screws (class 10.9)
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
M10 screws (class 8.8)
33.19 lbf⋅ft33.19 lbf⋅ft45 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil drain plug
M18
24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil filler screws
M18
24.34 lbf⋅ft24.34 lbf⋅ft33 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
expand_moreAll other modifications
A5S 360R gearbox
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
A5S 390R gearbox
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ gearbox
M12 × 1,5 screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ and GS6-53BZ/DZ gearboxes
M18 × 1,5 screws
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
expand_moreAll other modifications
A5S 360R gearbox
13.28 lbf⋅ft13.28 lbf⋅ft18 N⋅m
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ gearbox
M12 × 1,5 screws
18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m
expand_moreGS6-37DZ/BZ and GS6-53BZ/DZ gearboxes
M18 × 1,5 screws
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox cross support
expand_moreOn chassis
M10
30.24 lbf⋅ft30.24 lbf⋅ft41 N⋅m
expand_moreOn rubber mount
M12
54.58 lbf⋅ft54.58 lbf⋅ft74 N⋅m
expand_moreTransfer case
expand_morePower take-off flange front
NV125 transfer case
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_morePower take-off flange rear
LWX500 transfer case
221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1999 BMW X5 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 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 1999 BMW X5 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.