BMW X5: Gap Dimensions, Body
The dimensions specified in this document are applicable at an object temperature of 20ºC. The aim of adjustment is to achieve a uniform join.
Symmetry of the gaps between left and right sides of the vehicle has top priority.
The door gaps must not deviate between the front and rear gap by more than 1.0 mm.
No gap dimension are specified for components which cannot be adjusted.
Dimensions in mm
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Fig. 5: Identifying Gap Dimensions Of Body
- A-pilar
- Side wall, front
- Front lid
- Headlights
- Front lid
- Side wall, front
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Fig. 6: Identifying Gap Dimensions Of Body
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Fig. 7: Identifying Gap Dimensions Of Body
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Fig. 8: Identifying Gap Dimensions Of Body
- Cover, sill
Only on version with aluminum running board:
Dimension a = 7.0 +-0.6 mm
- Rear door
- Trim, wheel arch, rear
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Fig. 9: Identifying Rear Door Gap Dimensions Of Body
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Fig. 10: Identifying Trim, Wheel Arch And Rear Gap Dimensions Of Body
- Outer skin on roof
- Rear spoiler
- Rear lid, top
- Rear lid, bottom
- Rear side panel
- Rear lid, top/bottom
- Panel, bumper, rear
- Rear side panel
- Rear spoiler
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Fig. 11: Identifying Rear Side Panel Gap Dimensions Of Body
- Rear window
- Rear side panel
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Fig. 12: Identifying Rear Window Gap Dimensions Of Body
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General Cementing Instructions
IMPORTANT: Conform with safety precautions !
The bonding surfaces must be kept free of all types of dirt and
contamination. Avoid leaving fingerprints.
Cleanliness is the golden rule for all bond
Grinding Aluminum Parts
1.0 Recommended tools and equipment
To carry out outer shell grinding work by hand or machine, you must use
the recommended tools
and equipment.
The work area can be cleaned with conventional ex
Handling Airbags And Restraint Systems
1.0 Airbags and restraint systems
On vehicles with airbags and restraint systems, observe the relevant
safety instructions.
During straightening work on the body, you will be exposed to the risk
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REPLACING REAR MUFFLER (N52K)
Special tools required:
00 2 210
31 2 220
WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform these tasks after exhaust system has cooled down.
Support exhaust system with special tool 31 2 220.
Fig. 8: Identifying Special Tool (31 2 220)
NOTE: If the cutting lines are not id
Front/Rear cup holder
Front cup holder
Safety information
Warning
Unsuitable containers in the cup holders may
damage the cup holders or be thrown about
the car's interior in the event of an accident, an
evasive maneuver, or forceful braking. Spilled
liquids can distract from the traffic conditions
and lead to an acciden
