BMW X5: Replacing Level Switch For Dynamic Drive Fluid Reservoir
Unscrew nuts.
Remove shims.
Installation:
Replace self-locking nuts.

Fig. 162: Locating Nuts
NOTE: Raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better access
to plug
connection.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Turn level switch (2) through approx. 45º and remove towards bottom.

Fig. 163: Turning Level Switch
OVERVIEW OF SWITCHES

Fig. 164: Overview Of Switches
- Light operating unit
- Steering column switch cluster
- Multifunction steering wheel switch
- Start/Stop switch
- Switch for hazard warning system/central locking
- Roof switch centre
- Control panel for heater/air conditioner
- Switch for unlocking glovebox
- Power window switch
- Button unit
- Controller
- Centre console switch cluster
- Car Communication Computer
- Switch for electromechanical parking brake
- Switch for Electronic Damper Control
- Gear selector switch
- Brake-light switch
- Steering column adjustment switch
- Switch combination for seat adjustment
- Power window switch
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WARNING: Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this
position
during the repair work.
With steering wheel removed, do not under any circumstances turn/twist
fixture for steering c
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove left fresh-air grille.
Press out light control unit (1) from inside.
Fig. 175: Pressing Out Light Control Unit
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Remove light con
Special tools required:
00 9 323
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Open storage box
Unclip trim (1) with special tool 00 9 323 at retaining points (2).
Disconnect associated plug connections.
Fig.
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WARNING: Danger to life!
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the
vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.
Secure engine in installation position to prevent it from falling down.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove left output shaft.
Secure right output shaft with
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Move thigh support forwards fully
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release screws (2).
Installation:
Insert screws (2) with Loctite.
Fig. 61: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws
Detach seat cover (1) in marked area from carrier (2) for thigh support.