Clean thread, use new screws and do not retighten screws any further.
expand_morePressure line at steering gear
M14
22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreReturn line to steering gear
M16
25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.
expand_moreSteering gear
expand_moreAt the subframe
First stage
17.7 lbf⋅ft17.7 lbf⋅ft24 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90° detach.
Third stage
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Fourth stage
90°90°90°
Track rod end on stub axle
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Track rod end on track rod
23.6 lbf⋅ft23.6 lbf⋅ft32 N⋅m
Track rod on steering gear
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
expand_moreFront axle suspension
Shock-absorber piston rod
25.08 lbf⋅ft25.08 lbf⋅ft34 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreSuspension strut
On chassis
20.65 lbf⋅ft20.65 lbf⋅ft28 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreM27
Central nuts
309.78 lbf⋅ft309.78 lbf⋅ft420 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabiliser mounting at the stub axle
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Stabilizer mounting at the subframe
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreSupport joint at the stub axle
M10
41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
M14
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Transverse control arm connection clamp at the suspension strut
59.74 lbf⋅ft59.74 lbf⋅ft81 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreTransverse control arm connection clamp at the transverse control arm
First stage
103.26 lbf⋅ft103.26 lbf⋅ft140 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreUpper transverse control arm
expand_moreOn chassis
M10
28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreLower front transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
M12
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm
expand_moreAt the subframe
M14
121.7 lbf⋅ft121.7 lbf⋅ft165 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing
expand_moresDrive 25 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 208 HP engine (2013.11–)
expand_moreWheel bearing unit
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreWheel bearing unit (M12)
First stage
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreWheels and tires
expand_moreTire pressure sensors
Union nuts
5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m
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 2016 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 2016 BMW X5 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.