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:
SEE MORE:
REPLACING COMPLETE INJECTION PIPE (N52/ N52K)
Special tools required:
13 5 281
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
Remove clean air pipe
Remove ignition coil cover
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel line is detached. Catch and dispose of
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove left microfilter housing cover.
IMPORTANT: When replacing or repairing, observe the filling and
bleeding instructions for
the following parts:
Tandem brake master cylinder
Hydraulic unit
Components and connecting lines which are fitted between these
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