BMW X5: Operating materials
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General information
Depending on the region, many filling stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in winter,
for instance helps make a cold s
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
your driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level after
refueling by taking a detailed measurem
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Coolant consists of water and coolant additive.
Not all commercially available additives are suitable
for the vehicle. Do not mix additives of different
colors. Observe the water
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Special tools required:
11 4 430
11 4 470
IMPORTANT: Aluminium-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical
corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminium screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are r
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove front seat.
Remove both rear panels.
Remove inner cover.
Remove active head restraint support.
Bend shaft (1) in direction of arrow.
Pull shaft (1) out of gear (2) and remove.
Fig. 99: Pulling Shaft
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING GEARING FOR HEAD REST