BMW X5: Overview Of Airbag Modules, Airbag Control Unit, Belt Tensioners

Fig. 64: Location Of Airbag Modules
- Safety battery terminal
- Side airbag, front seat, left/right
- Belt tensioner, front left/right
- Airbag unit, passenger side
- Airbag module, drivers side
- Head airbag, left/right
On-board Computer
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front bumper trim.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Press out outside temperature sensor (2) in direction of arrow and remove.
Installation:
Outside temperature sensor must audibly snap into place.
Check for secure seating after fitting.

Fig. 65: Removing Temperature Sensor
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
NOTE: Comply with notes and instructions on handling optical
waveguides.
Necessary preliminary task
Special tools required:
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection)!
Risk of damage!
Place Car Communication Computer on special too
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WARNING: Danger of scalding!
These tasks on the cooling system should only be carried out on an
engine that has cooled down!
IMPORTANT: Wear protective gloves and goggles.
IMPORTANT: Lifetime coolant filling:
Never reuse used coolant!
When replacing and removing components which rely on the corrosio
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ELECTRONICS BOX
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST
ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION).
NOTE: Follow instructions for removing and installing electronic
control units.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Read fault memory
Disconnect negative