BMW X5: Troubleshooting
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General Information
Working on ignition system
Removing and installing electronic control units
Welding work (overload protection of control units)
Disconnecting and connecting battery
Disconnec
IMPORTANT:
Disconnecting the vehicle battery will cancel the fault memories
of control
units. Consequently, before disconnecting the car's battery, always
interrogate the fault memories. Invest
FIRING ORDER
Fig. 3: Firing Order (V8)
REPLACING ALL SPARK PLUGS (N62, N62TU)
Special tools required:
12 1 171
12 1 172
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Switch off ignition
Remove all IGNITION CO
SEE MORE:
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
Replacement:
Before and after replacement, execute the "Repair" service function with
the BMW diagnosis system.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Raise luggage compartment floor trim
Release screws
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Move thigh support forwards fully
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release screws (2).
Installation:
Insert screws (2) with Loctite.
Fig. 61: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws
Detach seat cover (1) in marked area from carrier (2) for thigh support.