BMW X5: Electronic Damping For
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CONTROL UNIT FOR VERTICAL
DYNAMICS MANAGEMENT
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove ignition key.
- Disconnect battery negative lead.
- Remove flap in luggage compartment panel on right.
Lift back insulating mat (1).
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Fig. 74: Identifying Insulating Mat
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unlock catches (2) and remove control unit (3).
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Fig. 75: Identifying Control Unit And Catches
After installation:
- Replacement only: Carry out programming/coding.
- Replacement only: Carry out ride-height-calibration.
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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Extreme cleanliness must be ensured in the connection area of the vent
lines
during removal and installation. Even the smallest of dirt particles can cause
leakage in the a
Special tools required:
13 5 020
37 1 151
37 1 152
WARNING: Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORT
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1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION
Brake fluid, (glycol-based) as used in BMW brake systems, must conform with
the following requirements:
High boiling point
Good low temperature resistance
Low compressibility
Corrosion inhibition for all metal parts inside of brake system
Compatibility with all rubber
Special tools required:
00 5 500 00 5 500 HANDLE FOR DRIFTS
11 1 310 11 1 310 DRIFT
11 2 030 11 2 030 DRIFT
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove propeller shaft.
Fill centering bore (1) completely with viscous grease.
Drive special tool 11 1 310 with a plastic hammer
into centering bore.
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