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
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NOTES ON HANDLING NAVIGATION COMPUTERS
All model series:
CAUTION: Risk of damage!
The navigation computer must not be disconnected from the power supply
while the LED on the computer remains lit (the LED goes out after approx.
1 minute).
NOTE: To ensure full operation of all the communications comp
Principle
Depending on the equipment, information about
the driver assistance systems is displayed in an
animated surrounding area of the vehicle when
driver assistance is active.
General information
Depending on the settings, Assisted Driving
View can be displayed permanently or temporarily
with ac