BMW X5: Starter Lead
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING BATTERY POSITIVE LEAD
(BETWEEN ALTERNATOR, STARTER MOTOR AND JUMP START CONNECTION POINT) (N62,
N62TU)
REFERENCE CHART
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING BATTERY POSITIVE LEAD
(BETWEEN ALTERNATOR, STARTER AND BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL) (N62)
REFERENCE CHART (N62)
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Unclip battery positive lead (2) from holders (1).
Installation:
Make sure battery positive lead is in correct installation position.
Danger of short circuits.
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Fig. 70: Identifying Positive Battery Lead And Holders
Add final details to vehicle.
Check function of DME.
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REPLACING WIRING HARNESS SECTION FOR ENGINE (N62)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Read out DME fault memory
Disconnect battery negative lead
ENGINE BONNET/HOOD in assembly position
Remove FRESH AIR
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING OIL PRESSURE SWITCH (N62, N62TU)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Switch off ignition
E65/E66 only: Remove intake filter housing
E53 only: Remove intake hood with air
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ELECTRONICS BOX
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST
ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION).
NOTE: Follow instructions for removing and install
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT THERMOSTAT (N52K)
WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT: Protect plug connecti
Head Gasket
The head gasket design on the N54 is unique to that engine.
It features a multi-layer steel design. There is no silicone rubber perimeter
"shelf" as on the N52. This is not
needed due to the aluminum block on the N54.
The N52KP and N51 engines are still using the head gasket that is f