BMW X5: Danger Of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through The Skin
BMW X5 (G05) 2019-2025 Service & Repair Manual / Steering And Wheel Alignment / Electronic Chassis Alignment / Danger Of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through The Skin
DANGER OF POISONING!
INGESTING OIL OR ABSORBING THROUGH THE SKIN MAY CAUSE POISONING!
POSSIBLE SYMPTOMS ARE:
- HEADACHES
- DIZZINESS
- STOMACH ACHES
- VOMITING
- DIARRHOEA
- CRAMPS/FITS
- UNCONSCIOUSNESS
PROTECTIVE MEASURES/RULES OF CONDUCT:
- POUR OIL ONLY INTO APPROPRIATELY MARKED CONTAINERS
- DO NOT POUR OIL INTO DRINKING VESSELS (DRINKS BOTTLES, GLASSES, CUPS OR MUGS)
- OBSERVE COUNTRY-SPECIFIC SAFETY REGULATIONS
FIRST AID MEASURES:
- DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING.
IF THE PERSON AFFECTED IS STILL CONSCIOUS, HE/SHE MUST RINSE OUT THEIR MOUTH WITH WATER, DRINK PLENTY OF WATER AND CONSULT A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY.
IF THE PERSON AFFECTED IS UNCONSCIOUS, DO NOT ADMINISTER ANYTHING BY MOUTH, PLACE THE PERSON IN THE RECOVERY POSITION AND SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
RISK OF INJURY IF OIL COMES INTO CONTACT WITH EYES AND SKIN
Danger of injury!
Contact with eyes or skin may result in injury!
Possible symptoms are:
- Impaired sight
- Irritation of the eyes
- Reddening of the skin
- Rough and cracked skin
Protective measures/rules of conduct:
- Wear protective goggles
- Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
- Observe country-specific safety regulations
First aid measures:
- Eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; if available, use an eye-rinsing bottle. If irritation of the eyes persists, consult a doctor.
- Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor.
NOTE: Do not use solvents/thinners.
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Safety Instructions For Handling Oil
WARNING: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
Recycling:
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
Front Axle + Steering: Wheel/Chassis Alignment Check Must Be Carried
Out After The Following Work
Fig. 3: Identifying Front Axle Components
A wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work:
Release of following screw/bolt connections:
Steering gear to front axle ca
Additional Work For Camber Correction
IMPORTANT: Changes in axle geometry caused by accidents must under no
circumstances
be rectified by camber adjustment!
NOTE: The upper control arm may only be replaced if the camber is
outside the
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solenoid coil but rather by a
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material which converts electrical energy directly into mechanical energy
(force/travel).
Turbocharger Diagnosis
There are three "Golden Rules" to adhere to when diagnosing concerns on the
N54 engine:
1. When diagnosing cases of smoke from the exhaust, it is important to avoid
unnecessary replacement of
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ventilation system.
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