BMW X5: Integrated Suspension Systems

 Valvetrain

The valvetrain on the N52 introduced in 2006, used 5 mm valve stems on both the intake and exhaust. To increase durability, the exhaust valve stems were increased to 6 mm from 6/06 production. All of the new NG6 engine have adopted the 6 mm valve stem for the exhaust, the intake stem remains at

 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Left Or Right Shock Absorber

NOTE: Read and comply with Information on replacing shock absorbers. Version with Vertical Dynamics Management: IMPORTANT: Handle the spring strut with care so as to avoid damaging the control unit (1) and control valve (2). Fig. 112: Identifying Control Unit And Control Valve Necessary prelimina