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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 2194 (FRONT AXLE - TIGHTENING TORQUES)SPRING STRUTS31 31 SPRING STRUTS
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans
31 31 Spring Struts
2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 31 31 Spring Struts
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TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - SPRING STRUTS
| Type | Thread | Tightening specifications | Dimension | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ | Support bearing flange to body | F01/F02/F03/F04/F06/F07/F10/F11/F12/F13/F18 | M8 | Replace screws. | 28 Nm |
| F25/F26 | M8 | Replace screws. | 33 Nm | ||
| 2AZ | Support bearing flange to spring strut shock absorber | F01/F02/F03/F04/F06 (without M6)/F07/F10 (without M5)/F11/F12 (without M6)/F13 (without M6)/F18 | M12 | Replace nuts. | 34 Nm |
| F06 M6/F10 M5/F12 M6/F13 M6 | M14 | Replace nut. | 47 Nm | ||
| F25/F26 | M12 | Replace nut. | 71 Nm | ||
| 3AZ | Spring strut shock absorber to swivel bearing | F25/F26 | M12 | Follow repair instruction. Replace screw and nut. |
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| Jointing torque | 60 Nm | ||||
| Angle of rotation | 90 ° | ||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.