M with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2006.3–2009.1)
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_morePropeller shaft
expand_moreM with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2006.3–2009.1)
expand_moreM10 ZNS screws (class 10.9)
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreM10 ribbed ZNS screws (class 10.9)
First stage
29.5 lbf⋅ft29.5 lbf⋅ft40 N⋅m
Second stage
45°45°45°
expand_moreZNS screws (M12, class 10.9)
First stage
40.57 lbf⋅ft40.57 lbf⋅ft55 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
expand_moreRear axle drive shaft
M10
59 lbf⋅ft59 lbf⋅ft80 N⋅m
Replace screws.
M10 screws (class 10.9)
73.76 lbf⋅ft73.76 lbf⋅ft100 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreM24
Central nuts
184.39 lbf⋅ft184.39 lbf⋅ft250 N⋅m
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
expand_moreM27
Central nuts
221.27 lbf⋅ft221.27 lbf⋅ft300 N⋅m
Replace the nut and lightly oil the contact surfaces.
M8 × 40 screws
38.35 lbf⋅ft38.35 lbf⋅ft52 N⋅m
Replace screws.
expand_moreDifferential
expand_moreRear axle differential
expand_moreAt the axle support
Front
147.51 lbf⋅ft147.51 lbf⋅ft200 N⋅m
expand_moreAt the axle support on the rear side
First stage
14.75 lbf⋅ft14.75 lbf⋅ft20 N⋅m
Second stage
90°90°90°
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2007 BMW Z4M Coupe 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 Z4M Coupe 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 2007 BMW Z4M Coupe you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.