BMW X5: Engine Mechanical Overview
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As far as the physical appearance and dimensions, the crankcase on the N54 is
the same as the N52. The main
change is in the materials, the N54 uses an all aluminum alloy crankcase. There
is also ca
Although, the N54 engine has an all aluminum crankcase, many of the bolts are
still aluminum as on the N52.
This is to reduce any potential confusion between steel and aluminum bolts.
Some bolts, fo
As stated before, the cylinder head cover used on all of the new NG6 engines
is made from plastic. However, the design differs between the engines due to
engine equipment.
For example, the N54 engi
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD protection).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove flap in luggage compartment panel on right.
Lift back insulating mat.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unlock catch (2) and remove trailer module (3) from devic
Special tools required:
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WARNING: Danger of injury!
Owing to the new guidelines on pedestrian protection, side panels are no
longer suitable for supporting the engine.
Observe following instructions relating to special tool:
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