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WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5 M, 2012 BMW X5 M, 2011 BMW X5 M, and 2010 BMW X5 M. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS - SPRING STRUTS

  Type Thread Tightening specifications Dimension
1AZ Support bearing flange to body E70, E71, E72 M8 Replace nuts. 28 Nm
2AZ Support bearing flange to spring strut shock absorber E70, E71, E72 M12 Replace nut. 48 Nm
3AZ Spring strut shock absorber to spring strut fork E70, E71, E72 M12 Replace nut. 81 Nm