2012 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

expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine

expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2011.8–2014.6)

expand_moreM10


Torx screws	28.03 lbf⋅ft28.03 lbf⋅ft38 N⋅m

expand_moreM12


Torx steel screws	48.68 lbf⋅ft48.68 lbf⋅ft66 N⋅m

expand_moreM6


Torx screws	6.64 lbf⋅ft6.64 lbf⋅ft9 N⋅m

expand_moreM8


Torx steel screws	14.01 lbf⋅ft14.01 lbf⋅ft19 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque converter


M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2011.8–2014.6)	41.3 lbf⋅ft41.3 lbf⋅ft56 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreGearbox lubrication

expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil filler screws


M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2011.8–2014.6)	44.25 lbf⋅ft44.25 lbf⋅ft60 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug

expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2011.8–2014.6)

expand_moreGA8HP70Z gearbox


Plastic oil sump	5.9 lbf⋅ft5.9 lbf⋅ft8 N⋅m

expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug

expand_moreBMW diesel straight-6 3.0 L N57 D30 C 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM

expand_moreGA8HP70Z gearbox


M18	25.81 lbf⋅ft25.81 lbf⋅ft35 N⋅m

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 oil sump

expand_moreM 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2011.8–2014.6)


First stage	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

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

expand_moreTransfer case

expand_moreTransfer box onto transmission flange connection


M 50 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 375 HP, 740 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2011.8–2014.6)	31.72 lbf⋅ft31.72 lbf⋅ft43 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 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.

Maintenance Items

Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications
Front Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Rear Suspension Fastener Tightening Specifications
Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

Service Intervals

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2012 BMW X6 M generations

In 2012 BMW offered 2 generations of the X6 M. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

First generation LCI

E71, E72

2012 BMW X6 M First generation Transmission Fastener Tightening Specifications

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2012 BMW X6 M generations

First generation LCI

BMW X6 M First generation model years

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