BMW X5: Nozzles And Outlets
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT B-PILLAR AIR VENT
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove B-pillar trim.
Unclip retaining clip (1) and feed out air vent (2) in upward direction.
Installation:
Replace damaged retaining clips (1).
Fig. 61: Identifying Air Vent Upward Positions
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT/RIGHT FRESH-AIR GRILLE
Special tools required:
64 1 030
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove decorative strip from fresh-air grille.
Release screw (1).
Fig. 62: Identifying Air Grille Screw
Insert special tool 64 1 030 on both sides into guide holes (1).
Pull out fresh-air grille (2) with special tool 64 1 030.
Fig. 63: Pulling Out Fresh-Air Grille With Special Tool (64 1 030)
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING MIDDLE FRESH-AIR GRILLE
Special tools required:
- 64 1 030
Lever out fresh-air grille (1) with special tool 64 1 030 towards top and feed out.
Fig. 64: Pulling Out Fresh-Air Grille With Special Tool (64 1 030)
Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove fresh-air grille (2).
Fig. 65: Identifying Plug Connections And Fresh-Air Grille
Replacement:
- Modify decorative trim on middle fresh-air grille.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR CABIN FRESH-AIR GRILLE
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear center console trim.
- If necessary, remove trim for rear cabin monitor at rear.
Unclip catches (1) on both sides.
Carefully lift out fresh-air grille (2).
NOTE: Trim grille must not be detached from air duct!
Fig. 66: Lifting Out Fresh-Air Grille
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING A/C SYSTEM COMPRESSOR (N62TU)
WARNING: Avoid contact with refrigerant and refrigerant oil.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant R 134a.
Follow safety instructions for handling refrigerant oil.
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage Restart engine only when A/C system has been correctly filled.
Read and comply with notes on replacing compressor.
Follow instructions for opening and replacing parts in refrigerant circuit!
If A/C system is opened for more than 24 hours: Replacing drier insert for A/C system.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Drawing off, evacuating and filling the A/C system are not included in the time value given for this work operation.
- Remove A/C compressor drive belt.
- Remove front underbody protection.
- Remove steering gear cover at top right.
Release screws (1) and remove both refrigerant lines.
Tightening torque.
Replace sealing rings and moisten with refrigerant oil.
Disconnect plug connection (2).
Release screws (3).
Tightening torque.
Fig. 67: Identifying Plug Connection With Screws
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque.
Lower vehicle.
NOTE: Secure compressor (2) against falling out.
Release screw (1) from above and feed out compressor (2) in upward direction.
Fig. 68: Identifying Compressor
After installation:
- Evacuate and fill A/C system.
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Microfilter
REPLACING MICROFILTER FOR INTERIOR VENTILATION
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove microfilter housing.
Unclip catches (1) and remove microfilter (2).
Installation:
Reset Condition Based Service d
Air Conditioner Test (R 134A)
Before A/C efficiency test, satisfy following conditions:
1. Provide a MoDiC or DIS. Safeguard electrical system integrity by checking
the fault memory (no faults
in the fault memory).
2. Provide a t
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Ignition Coil
NOTES ON CHECKING IGNITION SYSTEM
Troubleshooting -> Fault in fuel injection system
-> Spark plug faults
-> Ignition coil faults
-> Further fault patterns with evaluation
-> Additional fault notes for troubleshooting.
Oscillograms -> Normal oscillogram
-> Oscillograms of ignitio
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
