BMW X5: Replacing Left Engine Carrier (Partial Replacement Before Front Axle)
Read contents of Body, General.
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs.
Place vehicle on straightening bench.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Replace left support carrier.
Following new body parts are required:
- Engine carrier, front
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Fig. 39: Identifying Engine Carrier, Front
Mark severance cut in accordance with measurement a and cut.
Measurement a=150 mm from bore dia. 20 mm
Preparation of new part:
Mark severance cut in accordance with vehicle and cut.
Installation:
Adjust new part to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.
Weld in reinforcement plate at severance cut.
Internal reinforcement plate in engine carrier is no longer welded. To avoid grinding noises, maintain a gap of approx. 3 mm.
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Fig. 40: Identifying Measurement A
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Side Member Cover
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Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are
susceptible to heat or d
Replacing Cover For Longitudinal Member With Left Door Pillar
(Partial Replacement B - Pillar)
Read contents of Body, General.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are
susceptible to heat or du
Replacing Left Support Carrier
Read contents of Body, General.
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are
susceptible to heat or dust.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs.
Place vehicl
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Backrest Frame For Left Rear Seat (Through -
Loading System)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove backrest cover.
Remove retractor mechanism.
Remove lock.
Release screws (1).
Installation:
Replace screws and insert with Loctite.
Tightening torque 52 26 07AZ.
Remove lock for centre armrest.
Fig. 160: Identifying Screw
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING
Reducing fuel consumption
General information
The vehicle contains advanced technologies for
the reduction of consumption and emission values.
The fuel consumption depends on various factors,
such as driving style, road conditions, maintenance
or environmental factors.
Carrying out certain measures, such as a moderate
driv
