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:
IMPORTANT: Ensure adequate ventilation in the place of work!
Ensure absolute cleanliness when working on the open fuel tank.
Contaminants in the fuel tank can impair driving operation or may even result
in vehicle breakdown!
Catch escaping fuel in a suitable container.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof.
Remove slider set for floating roofliner.
Remove rear crossmember.
Unclip end stops (1) on left and right from guide channel.
Fig. 22: Uncoupling End Stops
Unclip floating roofliner cover plate (1) from slider for front sun shield.