BMW X5: Removing And Installing/Replacing Wind Deflector
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Open slide/tilt sunroof
NOTE: Shown removed here for purposes of clarity.
Pull plastic strip (1) on net of wind deflector out of retainers (2).
IMPORTANT: Do not pull on the net so as to avoid tearing the net.
Installation:
If necessary, reinstall retainers in frame.
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Fig. 61: Pulling Plastic Strip
IMPORTANT: Tape off paintwork in working area.
Avoid bending wind deflector (1).
NOTE: Pictures show removal on the left side, proceed in the same way for the right side.
Slide control carriage (4) for wind deflector with plastic wedge towards front.
Carefully lift wind deflector (1) in direction of arrow with guide (2) out of rail (3).
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Fig. 62: Lifting Wind Deflector With Guide
Installation:
Make sure clamping elements are correctly seated.
Tilt wind deflector (1) into vertical position and remove.
Installation:
Make sure wind deflector (1) is correctly seated in pivot point (2).
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Fig. 63: Identifying Wind Deflector And Pivot Point
REPLACING/CLEANING NET FOR WIND DEFLECTOR
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Open slide/tilt sunroof
Cleaning:
The wind deflector net can be cleaned while installed as follows:
- Accelerate vehicle with glass slide/tilt sunroof open to over 5 km/h
- Stop vehicle and turn ignition key to position 2.
NOTE: This prevents the wind deflector from retracting, and thereby leaving it fully open.
Net is now accessible and easy to clean.
Replacement:
Pull plastic strip (1) out of retainers (2) on panorama glass sunroof and wind deflector.
Installation:
If necessary, reinstall retainers.
Clip new net into place.
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Fig. 64: Pulling Plastic Strip
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Drip Molding
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove complete glass slide/tilt sunroof.
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof lid at rear.
Remove glass slide/tilt sunroof lid at front.
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to dr
SEE MORE:
Front Lid
REMOVING AND INSTALLING HOOD/BONNET
WARNING: Danger of injury!
Support engine hood in fully opened position with suitable apparatus.
IMPORTANT: Removal of the hood/bonnet must be carried out with the
assistance of a
second person.
NOTE: Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle ty
Removing And Installing Or Replacing Both Rear Brake Discs
Special tools required:
34 1 280.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove wheels.
Remove and clean brake pads.
After completing work:
Adjusting handbrake.
Read and comply with notes on braking in new brake discs / brake pads.
Check minimum brake disc thickness:
Position special tool 34 1 2
