BMW X5: General
- Danger Of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through The Skin
- Front Axle Overview
- Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
- Mount Securing Fixture For Vehicle On Lifting Platform
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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
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Front Axle Overview
Fig. 3: Front Axle Overview
Overview of front differential/output shafts
Front axle support
Stabiliser
Tension strut / rubber mount
Stabilizer link
Layout of spring strut shock absorber
Rein
Information On Replacing Shock Absorbers
Facts:
When a shock absorber is faulty on one side (leaking, noises, limit values
exceeded on the shock tester), often
both shock absorbers on the axle in question are replaced.
Consequence:
This is
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Wheel Bearings
REPLACING DRIVE FLANGE ON LEFT/RIGHT REAR AXLE SHAFT
Special tools required:
33 2 116
33 2 160
33 2 201
33 4 200
Remove rear wheel.
IMPORTANT: Expand turning lock sufficiently to avoid damaging thread
when releasing
collar nut.
Release collar nut (1), activate parking brake for this purpose.
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
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