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Condition Value
expand_moreAxle drive
Propeller shaft intermediate bearing 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_morePropeller shaft
M10 screws (class 10.9) 47.2 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreM10 ZNS screws (class 10.9)
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreM10 ribbed ZNS screws (class 10.9)
First stage 29.5 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 45°
M10 screws (class 8.8) 35.4 lbf⋅ft
M12 screws (class 10.9) 73.76 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreZNS screws (M12, class 10.9)
First stage 40.57 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
M10 59 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
M10 screws (class 10.9) 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreM24
Central nuts 184.39 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreM27
Central nuts 221.27 lbf⋅ft
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
M8 × 40 screws 38.35 lbf⋅ft
Replace screws.
expand_moreClutch
expand_moreClutch master cylinder
At the bearing pedestal 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreClutch pressure plate
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreExpanding-shaft (M8 screws, class 10.9)
First stage 11.06 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 8595°
expand_moreClass 10.9
M8 25.08 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
expand_moreClass 8.8 screws
M8 18.44 lbf⋅ft
Use new screws.
Clutch slave cylinder 16.23 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreDifferential
expand_moreRear axle differential
expand_moreAt the axle support
Front 147.51 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAt the axle support on the rear side
First stage 14.75 lbf⋅ft
Second stage 90°
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreAt the axle support
Front 73.76 lbf⋅ft
Rear 121.7 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox lubrication
expand_moreGearbox oil drain plug
expand_moreWith 5-speed gearbox
S5D 250G gearbox 36.88 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-17BG and GS6-17DG 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ and GS6-37BZ 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ and GS6-37BZ 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreGS6-17BG and GS6-17DG 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox oil filler plug
expand_moreGS6-17BG and GS6-17DG 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ and GS6-37BZ 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 25.81 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGS6-37DZ and GS6-37BZ 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreAll other modifications
expand_moreGS6-17BG and GS6-17DG 6-speed gearboxes
M12 × 1,5 screws 18.44 lbf⋅ft
M18 × 1,5 screws 33.19 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreGearbox cross support
expand_moreOn chassis
M8 15.49 lbf⋅ft
expand_moreGearbox mounting
expand_moreAt the gearbox
M8 14.01 lbf⋅ft

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2006 BMW Z4 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 Z4 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 2006 BMW Z4 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2006 BMW Z4 generations

In 2006 BMW offered 2 generations of the Z4. Transmission fastener tightening specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW Z4 First generation LCI model years

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