BMW X5: Thermostat And Connections
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 connections against coolant and contamination.
Cover plug connections with suitable materials.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drain Coolant
NOTE: For purposes of clarity, the picture and text refer to the component when removed.
Unfasten hose clip (1).
For tightening torque refer to 11 53 5AZ.
Remove coolant hose.
Unfasten hose clip (2).
For tightening torque refer to 11 53 6AZ.
Remove coolant hose.
Unlock and detach coolant hose (3).
Unlock and detach coolant hose (4).
Disconnect plug connection (5).
Release screws (6).
For tightening torque refer to 11 53 1AZ.
Remove coolant thermostat (7).
Assemble engine.
Fig. 262: Hose Clips, Hoses, Screws, Coolant Thermostat And Plug Connection
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Intake Manifold
REMOVING AND INSTALLING AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD (N52K)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove Tension Strut
Remove Intake Filter Housing
Remove Ignition Coil Cover
Open holder (2).
Disconnect plug conn
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Installation Of A Cavity Seal With Cavity Foam
Sourcing reference for cavity foam.
IMPORTANT: The cavity foam may only be use for cavity sealing at the
points at which cavity
sealing is present as standard!
The following repair represents the replacement of a shaped part for the
cavity seal by the use of cavity foam.
This type of cavity seali
Grinding Aluminum Parts
1.0 Recommended tools and equipment
To carry out outer shell grinding work by hand or machine, you must use
the recommended tools
and equipment.
The work area can be cleaned with conventional extractor systems (low dust
concentration).
Weight-reduced aluminum front end structure (GRAV):
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