36 10 300 Removing or installing front or rear wheel

2013 Mini Cooper S Paceman, Automatic TransSECTION 36 10 300 Removing or installing front or rear wheel
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2010 BMW 528xi, 2010 BMW 528i, 2009 BMW 528xi, 2009 BMW 528i, and 2008 BMW 528xi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required: 

IMPORTANT: Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle  .
Follow instructions on initializing RUN FLAT INDICATOR  (RPA).
After completing installation, check again that all wheel bolts are tightened to specified torque.
Tightening torque 36 10 1AZ  . See WHEEL AND TIRES - TIGHTENING TORQUE .

Observe the following procedure to prevent shift errors and imbalance:

  • Loosen wheel bolts.
  • Wheel positioned with valve facing down.
  • If several wheels are simultaneously removed, mark installation location of wheels on tires (e.g. with a piece of chalk).
  • Mark out wheel to wheel hub.
  • Mark out lockable wheel bolt in relation to wheel.
  • Release wheel bolts, remove wheel.
    Fig 1: Locating Wheel Bolts
    G04726724Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.