BMW X5: Carrying Out Ride-Height-Calibration
NOTE: Ride-height-calibration must be carried out after the following work:
- Removal/replacement of ride-height sensor or its control rod
- Replacement of wiring harness
- Replacement of air supply unit control unit
- Replacement of Vertical Dynamics Management control unit
Connect BMW diagnosis system.
Switch on ignition.
Carry out ride-height-calibration (menu item: "Service function").
Version with Run Flat Indicator: initialize Run Flat Indicator.
Version with Tyre Pressure Control: carry out resetting.
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Fig. 12: Identifying BMW Diagnosis System (DIS)
MOUNT SECURING FIXTURE FOR VEHICLE ON LIFTING PLATFORM
Special tools required:
- 00 2 261
- 00 2 262
WARNING: Danger to life! Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.
Observe the following directions and instructions when handling the special tool:
- Prior to each use, check the special tools for defects, modifications and operational reliability.
- Damaged/modified special tools must not be used!
- No changes or modifications may be made to the special tools!
- Keep special tools dry, clean and free of grease.
- Impact screwdrivers may not be used!
IMPORTANT: Risk of corrosion! Touch up paintwork damage.
Re-establish wax layer.
Remove vehicle jack fixture with a suitable tool from side frame.
Installation:
Check fixture for damage, replace if necessary.
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Fig. 13: Identifying Vehicle Jack Fixture
NOTE: Following states can be selected on special tool 00 2 261.
- Vehicle unsecured
- Vehicle secured (after special tool is lashed to lifting platform arm)
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Fig. 14: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 261)
NOTE: The following procedure must always be carried out on the left and right sides.
Insert special tool 00 2 261into opening in side frame with 3/8" extension and secure ratchet to body. To do so, turn lock through 90º up to stop.
WARNING: Danger to life! Check stopping of special tool 00 2 261 on side frame, correct attachment if necessary.
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Fig. 15: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 261)
Lash special tool 00 2 261 with tensioning strap 00 2 262 crosswise (as pictured) to lifting platform arm.
WARNING: Danger to life! Carry out tensile and visual inspection of tensioning strap 00 2 262, correct position if necessary.
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Fig. 16: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 261) And (00 2 262)
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Replacing Pressure Relief Valve For Active Stabilizer At Front
WARNING: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed
through the skin!
Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any di
Replacing Spring-Type Actuator For Active Stabilizer At Front
Special tools required:
37 1 160
WARNING: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed
through the skin!
Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utm
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Replacing Shaft Seal For Drive Flange On Rear Differential (Inserted
Propeller Shaft)
Special tools required:
00 5 010
33 5 050
33 5 060
33 5 070
33 5 080
IMPORTANT: Use only approved gear oils.
Failure to comply with this instruction will result in serious damage to the
rear
differential!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove propeller shaft.
Remove retaining clip (1) and
Steering Wheel
REPLACING DESIGN COVER/ACCENT TRIM FOR SPORT STEERING WHEEL
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove both switches from sport steering wheel.
Release screws (1).
Remove accent rim (2) from design cover (3).
Fig. 59: Identifying Accent Rim, Design Cover And Screws
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ST
