2010 BMW X6 M transmission fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAxle drive

expand_moreDrive shaft intermediate bearing


On engine sump	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreM27


Central nuts	309.78 lbf⋅ft309.78 lbf⋅ft420 N⋅m
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.

expand_morePropeller shaft intermediate bearing


On chassis	15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m

expand_moreRear axle drive shaft

expand_moreM27


Central nuts	309.78 lbf⋅ft309.78 lbf⋅ft420 N⋅m
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.

expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft front axle

expand_moreM8


First stage	14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft rear axle


Insert nuts	62.69 lbf⋅ft62.69 lbf⋅ft85 N⋅m

expand_moreM12 screws (class 10.9)


First stage	40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreDifferential


Differential oil control screws	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreDifferential oil drain plug


Front	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreRear


Left oil chamber	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Middle oil chamber	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Right oil chamber	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreRear axle differential oil control screws


Left oil chamber	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Middle oil chamber	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.
Right oil chamber	36.88 lbf⋅ft36.88 lbf⋅ft50 N⋅m
Use new screw.

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_moreBMW gasoline V8 4.4 L S63 B44 A 547 HP

expand_moreGA6HP19Z and GA6HP26Z gearboxes


GA6HP32Z gearbox	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m
Replace sealing rings.

expand_moreGearbox mounting

expand_moreGearbox cross support

expand_moreOn chassis


M10	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreOn rubber mount


M12	50.15 lbf⋅ft50.15 lbf⋅ft68 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 BMW X6 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.

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2010 BMW X6 M First generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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