BMW X5 Owners & Service Manuals

BMW X5: Straightening Steel Parts

1.0 Recommended tools

Only use those tools designed for steel repairs.

2.0 Straightening outer shell

NOTE: Only applicable within the European Union!

European used-car regulations prohibit the use of tin containing lead in motor vehicles introduced after 01.07.200

3.0 Straightening structure

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 Use Of Materials In Outer Shell

The following illustration is a schematic representation of all the body variants. Fig. 20: Identifying Materials In Outer Shell All components not listed in the table below are composed of establis

 Welding And Soldering Steel Parts

IMPORTANT: Comply with the following topics from "Body, General": Safety regulations. Handling electrical/electronic equipment, airbags and restraint systems. A. Welding steel parts: General inform

 Welding In Reinforcement Plate (Steel Plate)

In the case of a partial replacement piece, a body component is cut at a point described in the repair instructions. A reinforcement plate is welded in to ensure sufficient strength. Follow notes f

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 Repairing Airbag Cables

IMPORTANT: Only repair those cables which show visible signs of damage. In the event of visible damage, make sure there is only one cable repair in effect after the repair work. If no visible damage can be identified, the entire cable must be replaced. When carrying out repairs to the airbag wiring

 Air Intake Ducting

With regard to the N54 engine, the air intake ducting plays a significant role due to the requirements of a turbocharged engine. In principle, the energy of the escaping exhaust gases is utilized to "pre-compress" the inducted fresh air and thus introduce a greater air mass into the engine. This

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