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BMW X5: 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 vehicle on straightening bench.

Following new body parts are required:

  1. Support carrier, wheel arch, front

Support Members
Fig. 48: Identifying Support Carrier, Wheel Arch, Front

Open weld joints in area (1).

Support Members
Fig. 49: Identifying Weld Parts Area

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Support Members
Fig. 50: Identifying Weld Parts Area

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to spring strut dome!

Mark severance cut in accordance with measurement a and cut support carrier.

Measurement a=50 mm before 20 mm dia. bore

Installation:

Adjust new part to fit with straightening attachment or universal mount.

Weld in reinforcement plate at severance cut.

Support Members
Fig. 51: Identifying Measurement A

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