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:
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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior
lights).
Lever license
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT SWIVEL BEARING
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove wheel bearing.
IMPORTANT: Secure swivel bearing against falling out.
Replacement only: Remove brake anchor plate/brake guard plate.
Remove stabilizer link from swivel bearing.
Remove upper control a
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 engine does not use Valvetronic and therefore does not need
the accommodation for the
VVT motor. Also,