BMW X5: Front Axle Suspension
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REINFORCEMENT PLATE
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without reinforcement plate is not permitted!
Release bolts (1) for assembly underside protection at front.
Release bolts (2).
Remove reinforcement plate (3).
Installation:
Replace screws.
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 16: Identifying Reinforcement Plate And Bolt
REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION
NOTE: Illustration created using X5 3.0i as an example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.
Release screws (1).
Pull forward assembly underside protection (2) under bumper trim (3) and remove.
Installation:
Center underside protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).
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Fig. 17: Identifying Bumper Trim, Underside Protection And Screws
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION
NOTE: Illustration created using X5 3.0i as an example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.
Release screws (1) and remove underbody protection (2).
Installation:
Center underside protection (2) and tighten down screws (1).
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Fig. 18: Identifying Underbody Protection And Screws
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Replacing Front Axle Carrier
WARNING: Danger to life!
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the
vehicle from slipping off or tilting down.
Secure engine in installation position to prevent it from fal
Lowering/Raising Front Axle Carrier (Universal Lifter)
Special tools required:
00 2 030
31 2 255
31 2 256
31 4 170
31 5 250
31 5 255
31 5 256
WARNING: Danger to life!
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform to prevent the
vehicle f
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Fluid Reservoir For Power Steering
Special tools required:
32 1 260
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 dirt to enter the
hydraulic
system.
Seal off hydraulic lines wi
Ventilation
Principle
The air flow directions can be adjusted individually
for direct or indirect ventilation.
Setting the ventilation
General information
Open the air vents and position them to ensure
effective climate control.
Direct ventilation
The air flow is directed towards the passengers.
The air flow h
