BMW X5: Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Compression Strut
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove underbody panelling (rear section).
Release screws (1).
Release screw (3).
Tightening torque.
Release screw (2) and remove compression strut (4).
Secure rear axle carrier by inserting screw (2).
Installation:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread inserts.
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 100: Identifying Screws And Compression Strut
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR COMPRESSION STRUT
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque.
Release screw (3) and remove compression strut (2).
Secure rear axle carrier by inserting screw (3).
Installation:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread inserts.
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 101: Identifying Screws And Compression Strut
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Axle Mounting
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT COMPRESSION STRUT
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remov
Wheel Bearings
REPLACING DRIVE FLANGE ON LEFT/RIGHT REAR AXLE SHAFT
Special tools required:
33 2 116
33 2 160
33 2 201
33 4 200
Remove rear wheel.
IMPORTANT: Expand turning lock sufficiently to avoid damaging
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Replacing Rear Left Or Right Thrust Bearing For Spring Strut/Shock
Absorber
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove rear shock absorber.
Unscrew nut (1).
Remove joint disc (2), support bearing upper section (3) and support bearing
flange (4).
Installation:
Insert support bearing upper section (3) correctly in support bearing flange
(4).
Replace self-locking nut.
Tighten
Removing And Installing/Replacing Right Exhaust Camshaft (N62/N62TU)
(cylinder bank 1 to 4)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove servomotor for right eccentric shaft.
Remove ignition coils on cylinder bank 1 to 4.
Remove right cylinder head cover.
Remove spark plugs on cylinder bank 1 to 4.
Remove right inlet and exhaust adjustment units.
Remove slide rail (1)
