expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
All other modifications
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Rear axle brake disc
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake hose
expand_moreAll other modifications
At the brake caliper
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
M10 × 1 screws
10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Rear axle wheel speed sensor
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
On chassis
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nut.
Trailing arm
93.67 lbf⋅ft93.67 lbf⋅ft127 N⋅m
Replace nut.
Rear axle shock absorber piston rod
10.33 lbf⋅ft10.33 lbf⋅ft14 N⋅m
Replace nut.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
Rear axle carrier
112.85 lbf⋅ft112.85 lbf⋅ft153 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM10 screws with ribbing
Torx screws
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
expand_moreM27
Central nuts
309.78 lbf⋅ft309.78 lbf⋅ft420 N⋅m
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
Rear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Rear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
expand_moreAt the subframe
Front
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Rear
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
On stub axle
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
At the subframe
43.52 lbf⋅ft43.52 lbf⋅ft59 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
On stub axle
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm
At the subframe
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nut.
On stub axle
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nut.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
Wheel bearing unit
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Torx screws
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace the screw.
Union nuts
2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel attachment
95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft95.88–110.63 lbf⋅ft130–150 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2001 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 2001 BMW X5 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.