BMW X5: Relays
RELAY CARRIER
Place special tool 61 1 153 on relay carrier (1) and carefully pull in
direction of arrow until retaining lugs (2) on
relay carrier are raised.

Fig. 257: Pulling Relay Carrier
Pull relay carrier (2) in direction of arrow into first catch (3).

Fig. 258: Pulling Relay Carrier Into First Catch
Press down arrester hook (4) of appropriate contact and pull out cable with
contact.
Press out double flat spring contact with special tool 61 1 136 or 61 1 137
(ejector).

Fig. 259: Pressing Down Arrester Hook Of Appropriate Contact
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING AIR SUPPLY UNIT RELAY
After completing work:
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove ignition key.
- Remove trim panel for instrument panel at bottom right.
Release screw (1) and fold down fuse box.

Fig. 260: Identifying Screw
Pull relay (1) from fuse box.

Fig. 261: Identifying Relay
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OVERVIEW OF WINDSCREEN WIPER, WINDSCREEN WASHER AND HEADLIGHT
WASHER SYSTEMS
Fig. 262: Overview Of Windscreen Wiper, Windscreen Washer And Headlight
Washer Systems
Rear window wiper blade
Wiper a
OVERVIEW OF WINDSCREEN WIPER, WINDSCREEN WASHER AND HEADLIGHT
WASHER SYSTEMS
Fig. 273: Overview Of Windscreen Wiper, Windscreen Washer And Headlight
Washer Systems
Rear window wiper blade
Wiper a
OVERVIEW OF WINDSCREEN WIPER, WINDSCREEN WASHER AND HEADLIGHT
WASHER SYSTEMS
Fig. 283: Overview Of Windscreen Wiper, Windscreen Washer And Headlight
Washer Systems
Rear window wiper blade
Wiper a
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REPLACING ALTERNATOR BELT PULLEY
Special tools required:
12 7 110.
Remove and install alternator drive belt.
Depending on alternator type, grip shaft with:
hexagon socket
multi-tooth socket or
Torx socket wrench
Release nut with special tool 12 7 110.
Installation:
Tightening torque, 12 31
Closing the tailgate
Safety information
Warning
An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and
can endanger occupants and other road users
or damage the vehicle in the event of an accident,
braking or evasive maneuvers. In addition,
exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior.
There is a risk of