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Condition Value
expand_moreAxle drive
expand_moreDrive shaft intermediate bearing
On engine sump 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 309.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_morePropeller shaft intermediate bearing
On chassis 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 309.78 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft front axle
expand_moreM8
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreTransfer case propeller shaft rear axle
Insert nuts 62.69 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM12 screws (class 10.9)
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws and nuts.
Second stage 90°
expand_moreDifferential
Differential oil control screws 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreDifferential oil drain plug
expand_moreActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6)
Front 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Front 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreRear
Left oil chamber 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Middle oil chamber 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Right oil chamber 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreRear axle differential oil control screws
ActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6) 44.25 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreAll other modifications
Left oil chamber 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Middle oil chamber 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
Right oil chamber 36.88 lbf⋅ft
Use new screw.
expand_moreGearbox
expand_moreGearbox flange connection at engine
expand_moreActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6)
M10 × 55 screws 28.03 lbf⋅ft
M8 × 50 screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2010.9–2014.6)
expand_moreM10
Torx screws 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM12
Torx steel screws 48.68 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM6
Torx screws 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Torx steel screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 35 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 322 HP engine (2009.8–2010.3)
expand_moreAluminium screws (M12)
First stage 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 130°
expand_moreM10
Screws 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM12
Steel screws 48.68 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM6
Screws 6.64 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreM10
Torx screws 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM8
Torx screws 14.01 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTorque converter
expand_more50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2008.5–2014.6)
M10 screws (class 10.9) 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
xDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2010.9–2014.6) 41.3 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_morexDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 443 HP engine (2009.8–2014.6)
M10 screws (class 10.9) 41.3 lbf⋅ft
M10 screws (class 8.8) 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
GA8HP45Z gearbox 41.3 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil drain plug
M22 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDistributor gearbox oil filler screws
M22 44.25 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
ActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6) 14.75 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2010.9–2014.6)
expand_moreGA8HP70Z gearbox
Plastic oil sump 5.9 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreGA6HP26Z gearbox
Plastic oil sump 5.9 lbf⋅ft
Sheet-steel sump 8.85 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
M18 × 1,5 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox oil sump
ActiveHybrid with gasoline V8 4.4 L 400 HP engine (2010.10–2014.6) 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_morexDrive 30 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2010.9–2014.6)
First stage 2.95 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
Second stage 45°
expand_moreAll other modifications
GA6HP26Z gearbox 7.38 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox cross support
expand_moreOn chassis
M10 28.03 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreOn rubber mount
M12 50.15 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreTransfer case
Transfer box onto transmission flange connection 31.72 lbf⋅ft

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

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 X6 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 2010 BMW X6 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW X6 First generation model years

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