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BMW X5: Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (Partial Replacement Before Longitudinal Member Cover)

BMW X5 (G05) 2019-2025 Service & Repair Manual / Body / Side Panels / 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:

  1. Partial section, rear side panel

Side Panels
Fig. 197: Identifying Partial Section, Rear Side Panel

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Side Panels
Fig. 198: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area

Side Panels
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:

Open weld joints in areas (1).

Open brazed joint in areas (2).

Side Panels
Fig. 200: Identifying Open Brazed Joint Area

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