BMW X5: Replacing One Upper Control Arm
NOTE: If the control arm is detached from the rear axle carrier, it is necessary after reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear wheel.
- Deactivate and empty air spring system.
Shown on vehicle at rear right: Remove holders (1) from control arm.
Installation:
Replace faulty holder.
2 = Lead for pulse generator
3 = Only on right side: lead for brake pad sensor
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Fig. 88: Identifying Holders And Lead For Pulse Generator
Unscrew nut (1).
Remove control arm (2) from wheel carrier.
Installation:
Keep control arm to wheel carrier connection clean and free from oil and grease.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 89: Identifying Nut And Control Arm
Unscrew nut (1).
Release bolt (2) and remove control arm (3).
Installation:
Note insertion direction of bolt.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tighten bolt connection in normal position.
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 90: Identifying Nut, Bolt And Control Arm
After installation:
- Perform CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK
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Replacing A Guide Arm
NOTE: If the guide arm is detached from the rear axle carrier, it is
necessary after
reinstallation to carry out a wheel/chassis alignment check.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove rear wheel.
De
Removing And Installing / Replacing A Steering Knuckle / Wheel
Carrier
Remove rear wheel.
IMPORTANT: Expand turning lock sufficiently to avoid damaging thread
when releasing
collar nut.
Release collar nut (1), activate parking brake for this purpose.
Installation:
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Compression Strut
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove underbody panelling (rear section).
Release screws (1).
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Pressing Output Shaft Out Of Drive Flange (Wheel Hub) And Drawing In
Special tools required:
33 2 111
33 2 115
33 2 116
33 2 117
33 2 118
33 2 160
33 2 201
33 2 202
33 2 203
33 2 205
33 2 207
33 2 208
33 5 070
WARNING: Risk of injury!
It is not permitted to use the impact screwdriver to press out and draw in
the output shaft.
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Engine Suspension
REPLACING RIGHT ENGINE MOUNT (N62TU)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Disconnect Battery.
Secure engine in installation posit.
Remove reinforcement plate.
Drain off engine oil
Remove heat shields.
Remove Starter Motor.
Remove Engine Support Arm.
Release screws (1) and remove engine mount (2).
