BMW X5: Electronic Damping For
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR VERTICAL
DYNAMICS MANAGEMENT
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove ignition key.
- Disconnect battery negative lead.
- Remove flap in luggage compartment panel on right.
Lift back insulating mat (1).
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Fig. 74: Identifying Insulating Mat
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unlock catches (2) and remove control unit (3).
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Fig. 75: Identifying Control Unit And Catches
After installation:
- Replacement only: Carry out programming/coding.
- Replacement only: Carry out ride-height-calibration.
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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Extreme cleanliness must be ensured in the connection area of the vent
lines
during removal and installation. Even the smallest of dirt particles can cause
leakage in the a
Special tools required:
13 5 020
37 1 151
37 1 152
WARNING: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORT
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IMPORTANT: Compressors with plastic belt pulleys:
Avoid impacts/knocks to plastic belt pulley (caused by tools,
contact with
base).
Return faulty compressors in their original packaging only.
IMPORTANT: When starting up a new compressor for the first time, it is
absolutely essential
to carry
REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (N42, N40, N46, N45, N52, N52K, N51)
Special tools required:
12 1 171
12 1 200.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Switch off ignition
Remove ignition coils.
Unscrew spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171.
Installation:
Tighten down spark plugs with special tool 12 1 171a