BMW X5: Engine Mechanical Overview
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As far as the physical appearance and dimensions, the crankcase on the N54 is
the same as the N52. The main
change is in the materials, the N54 uses an all aluminum alloy crankcase. There
is also ca
Although, the N54 engine has an all aluminum crankcase, many of the bolts are
still aluminum as on the N52.
This is to reduce any potential confusion between steel and aluminum bolts.
Some bolts, fo
As stated before, the cylinder head cover used on all of the new NG6 engines
is made from plastic. However, the design differs between the engines due to
engine equipment.
For example, the N54 engi
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Fig. 53: Location Of Airbag System
Airbag control unit (under centre console)
Acceleration sensors, front (left/right)
Sensors, front door (left/right)
Sensors, B-pillar (left/right)
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection agai
Special tools required:
00 1 450 ASSEMBLY STAND
11 3 370
11 4 440
11 9 261
11 9 265
IMPORTANT: Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are
released.
The end faces of aluminium screws/bolts are painted blue for the purposes of
reliable identification.
Jointing torque and angl