BMW X5: Instrument Cluster
REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
NOTE:
- Comply with notes and instructions on handling fibre-optic cables.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Extend steering wheel completely and lower
- Disconnect battery negative lead.
Release screws (1).
Pull back instrument cluster (2) slightly.
Disconnect associated plug connection.
Remove instrument cluster (2).

Fig. 1: Pulling Back Instrument Cluster
Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding.
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR HEAD-UP DISPLAY
Special tools required:
00 9 317.
Lever out trim for head-up display (1) with special tool 00 9 317 towards top.
Fig. 2: Removing Lever
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TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR HEADLIGHT VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT
Car parked on level ground.
Replace faulty glass and mirrors and blackened light bulbs.
Check tire pressure and correct if necessary.
Apply
SEE MORE:
IMPORTANT: Comply with the following topics from "Body, General":
Safety regulations.
Handling electrical/electronic equipment, airbags and restraint
systems.
A. Welding steel parts:
General information
The following procedures are used for repairs:
MAG welding (M etal A ctive G as welding)
Principle
The range indicates the distance that can still be
covered with the current full tank of fuel.
General information
The estimated range available with the remaining
fuel is permanently displayed in the instrument
cluster.
With a low remaining range, a Check Control
message is briefly displ