2014-2021 BMW i3 Steering Shaft - Upper Torque Specs

Range Extender

Applies to 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 BMW i3

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (11 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
⚠️ Coupling Bolt	34	25	—
Cover Screws	11	8	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Power Steering Line Fittings	30	22	Use new O-rings \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Rack Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Rack Mounting Bolts	102	75	—
⚠️ Steering Rack Bolts	100	74	⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Tie Rod End Castle Nut	55	41	Use new cotter pin \| ⚠️ VERIFY SEQUENCE WITH SERVICE MANUAL
⚠️ Tie Rod End Nut	54	40	Use new cotter pin
⚠️ Tie Rod Nut	54	40	—
⚠️ Wheel Lug Nuts	136	100	—

The primary torque specification for steering shaft - upper on a 2014-2021 BMW i3 is 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).

There are 11 torque specifications for steering shaft - upper on the 2014-2021 BMW i3 Range Extender, covering all related fasteners and components.