BMW X5: Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (Partial Replacement Before Longitudinal Member Cover)
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 in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.
Following new body parts are required:
- Partial section, rear side panel
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Fig. 197: Identifying Partial Section, Rear Side Panel
Open weld joints in areas (1).
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Fig. 198: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area
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Fig. 199: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area
Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.
IMPORTANT: Cut outer metal sheet only.
Measurement a = 260 mm from roof edge
Measurement b = approx. 200 mm from middle of lower lock striker screw point.
Severance cut (c) in centerpoint of 15 mm dia. hole
Open weld joints in areas (1).
Installation information:
- Apply window glass adhesive to cavity acoustic baffle (2).
In area (3) move cavity acoustic baffle approx. 20 mm downwards.
- Weld in reinforcing panels at all severance cuts.
Open weld joints in areas (1).
Open brazed joint in areas (2).
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Fig. 200: Identifying Open Brazed Joint Area
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Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (Partial Replacement, Door Opening)
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
Front Side Doors
ADJUSTING DOOR
CAUTION: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing
adjustment options are not sufficient.
NOTE: Observe gap dimensions.
The
Rear Side Doors
ADJUSTING DOOR
CAUTION: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing
adjustment options are not sufficient.
NOTE: Observe gap dimensions.
The
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Seat Belt
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove trim panels for door pillar.
If necessary, remove air vent.
Move front seat upwards.
Release screw (1) on front seat.
Installation:
Replace screw.
Tightening torque.
Feed out belt anchor fitting (2).
Fig. 2: Identifying Seat Belt Bolts
Release screws (2).
Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
Facts:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values
exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced.
E32, E34, E38, E39: In the case of rear spring struts with ride-height control,
there is always a slight oil spillage
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