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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REPLACING LEFT OXYGEN CONTROL SENSOR (N62/N62TU)
Special tools required:
11 7 030
11 9 150
(cylinder bank 5 to 8)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Switch off ignition
Remove reinforcement plate
WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Only perform this task on an engine that has cooled down.
Unlock and detach
Special tools required:
00 2 590 PLASTIGAGE (5)
11 4 251
11 4 252
11 4 470
IMPORTANT: Aluminium-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical
corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminium screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminium screws/bolts mu