expand_moreRear axle brake caliper mounting support
M12
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle brake disc
M8
11.8 lbf⋅ft11.8 lbf⋅ft16 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreRear axle suspension
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber
expand_moreAt the transverse control arm
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreOn chassis
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle shock absorber piston rod
M12
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle wheel suspension
expand_moreRear axle carrier
expand_moreAt the differential
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
On chassis
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM10 screws with ribbing
Torx screws
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 the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer mounting
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the axle control arm
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreRear axle stabilizer support at the stabilizer
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreTrack control arm lower
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 nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
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 nuts.
Second stage
180°180°180°
expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm
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_moreAt the axle support
First stage
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace 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_moreM12
Wheel bearing unit
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Use new screws.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
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 2008 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 2008 BMW X5 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.