BMW X5: Fog Lights, Auxiliary
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT FRONT FOG LAMP
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove left grille in bumper trim.
Grasp grille through opening.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Release screws (2).
Slide fog light (3) slightly towards center of vehicle and remove towards rear.

Fig. 20: Identifying Plug Connection, Fog Light With Screws
Replacement:
- If necessary, remove bulb.
- Adjust fog lamps.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT FRONT FOG LAMP
Operation is described in:
Removing and installing left front fog lamp.
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REPLACING SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT
WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior
lights).
Rear light in side panel:
Remove flap in luggage compartment trim panel.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING AUXILIARY BRAKE LIGHT
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove rear spoiler.
Release screws (1).
Lift auxiliary brake light (2) in direction of arrow from rear spoiler
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT NUMBER/LICENSE
PLATE LIGHT
Special tools required:
64 1 020.
WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior
lights).
Lever license
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT B-PILLAR AIR VENT
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove B-pillar trim.
Unclip retaining clip (1) and feed out air vent (2) in upward direction.
Installation:
Replace damaged retaining clips (1).
Fig. 61: Identifying Air Vent Upward Positions
REMOVIN
Special tools required:
00 2 030
31 5 250
31 5 253
31 5 256
WARNING: Danger to life!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform.
Remove rear wheels.
Tension both coil springs (and leave on vehicle).
Remove complete exhaust system and partially deta