BMW X5: Engine Mechanical Overview
BMW X5 (G05) 2019-2026 Service & Repair Manual / Engine Service Information / Engine Mechanical Overview
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Crankcase
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
Bolts
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
Cylinder Head Cover
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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Overview Of Airbag Modules, Airbag Control Unit, Belt Tensioners
Fig. 64: Location Of Airbag Modules
Safety battery terminal
Side airbag, front seat, left/right
Belt tensioner, front left/right
Airbag unit, passenger side
Airbag module, drivers side
Head airbag, left/right
On-board Computer
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Replacing Cylinder Head Gasket (N52K)
Special tools required:
11 4 430
11 4 470
IMPORTANT: Aluminium-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical
corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminium screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are r
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