BMW X5: Throttle And Operation
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/SEALING THROTTLE VALVE ASSEMBLY (N52 /
N52K / N51 / N53)
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- Remove air intake hose.
Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Release screws.
Remove throttle assembly (2).

Fig. 3: Locating Screws And Throttle Assembly
Installation:
Replace sealing ring (1) of throttle assembly (2).

Fig. 4: Identifying Sealing Ring And Throttle Assembly
Installation:
Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the fault memory.
REPLACING INTAKE HOSE (N52K)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Switch off ignition
- Remove intake filter housing
Remove wiring harness (1) from holder and place to one side. Unfasten clip.
Tightening torque 13 71 1AZ.
Detach air-mass flow sensor (2) from throttle valve assembly.
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SENSOR
(N52 / N52K / N51)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
E90 / E91 / E92 / E93 / E87:
Remove lower section of microfilter housing.
E85 / E86 E
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INTAKE FILTER HOUSING (N52K)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Switch off ignition
Lever out expansion rivets (1).
Press lock (2) and raise intake duct (3).
Detach int
Fuel Pump With Drive And Line
NOTES ON FUEL PRESSURE CHECK (REFERENCE PRESSURE: ENVIRONMENT)
Feature of this version with ambient pressure:
The connection for the vacuum hose of the fuel pressure regu
SEE MORE:
WARNING: Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury
by the
airbag unit.
Comply with safety regulations for handling components with gas
generators.
Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
NOTE: Incorrect handling m
REPLACING ALL CONNECTING ROD BEARING SHELLS (N52K)
Special tools required:
00 2 590 PLASTIGAGE (5)
00 9 120 TORQUE ANGLE MEASURING DIAL
IMPORTANT: All crank pins are connected with the crankshaft.
Modified procedure: The colors of the connecting rod bearing shells are the
same at the top and bo