BMW X5: Replacing Front Left Side Panel
Observe gap dimensions.
CAUTION: Set down side panel on a soft surface.
Risk of damage
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front side panel.
- Remove headlight.
- Remove fog lamp.
- Remove spray nozzle of headlight washer system.
Following new body parts are required:
- Side panel, front
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Fig. 190: Identifying Side Panel, Front
Release screws (1).
Unclip retaining tabs (2) and remove bumper mountings on inside and outside.
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Fig. 191: Identifying Screws And Retaining Tabs
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Read contents of Body, General.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs!
Remove or cover those vehicle components
Read contents of Body, General.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs!
Remove or cover those vehicle components
Read contents of Body, General.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs!
Remove or cover those vehicle components
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The following illustration is a schematic representation of all the body
variants.
Fig. 20: Identifying Materials In Outer Shell
All components not listed in the table below are composed of established
sheet steel qualities.
COMPONENTS MATERIALS SPECIFICATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, GENE
Shift paddles
Principle
The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow
you to shift gears quickly while keeping both
hands on the steering wheel.
General information
Shifting
The vehicle only shifts at suitable RPM and road
speeds.
Short-term manual mode
In selector lever position D, actuating a shif