BMW X5: License Plate Lights
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT NUMBER/LICENSE
PLATE LIGHT
Special tools required:
WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior
lights).
Lever license plate light (1) with special tool. See RELEASE HOOK out of rear
bumper trim (2).
Unlock plug connection underneath and disconnect.
Remove license plate light (1).
Replacement:
- If necessary, remove bulb.
- Note bulb type.

Fig. 32: Removing License Plate Light
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OVERVIEW OF INTERIOR LIGHTS
Fig. 33: Location Of Interior Lights
Glovebox light
Footwell light (footwell)
Front ceiling light
Mirror light
Interior light
Luggage compartment light
Footwell li
WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior
lights).
Rear light in side panel:
Remove flap in luggage compartment trim panel.
Turn socket housing and pull out of rear light.
NOTE:
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The ignition system on modern BMW engines consist of one ignition coil per
cylinder. This arrangement is
known as RZV, or Direct Stationary Ignition. The ignition coil receives fused
power usually from the DME
main relay or IVM (N62).
The ignition coil primary circuit is controlled (triggered) by
When performing cylinder leakage tests, the following tips might be helpful:
Remove all spark plugs to allow easier rotation of the engine. (If this test is
done after a compression test, the
plugs should already be out).
Perform the leakage test on all cylinders, not just the problem
cylinder.