BMW X5 Owners & Service Manuals

BMW X5: 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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 Distribution Box, Power

REPLACING DISTRIBUTION BOX (LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT) WARNING: Observe safety instructions for handling vehicle battery. Necessary preliminary tasks: Disconnect battery negative lead. Remove flap in luggage compartment panel on right. Release expansion rivet (1). Remove insulating mat (2). Fig. 143

 Removing And Installing/Replacing Heater/Air Conditioner Fan

Necessary preliminary tasks: Disconnect battery negative lead. Remove lower trim from instrument panel. Release screws (1). Fig. 10: Identifying Heater/Air Conditioner Fan Screws Release screws (1) and remove air duct (2). Fig. 11: Identifying Air Duct With Screws Release screws (1). Fig. 12

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