BMW X5: Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Compression Strut
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove underbody panelling (rear section).
Release screws (1).
Release screw (3).
Tightening torque.
Release screw (2) and remove compression strut (4).
Secure rear axle carrier by inserting screw (2).
Installation:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread inserts.
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 100: Identifying Screws And Compression Strut
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR COMPRESSION STRUT
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Release screw (1).
Tightening torque.
Release screw (3) and remove compression strut (2).
Secure rear axle carrier by inserting screw (3).
Installation:
Check threads for damage; if necessary, repair with Helicoil thread inserts.
Tightening torque.
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Fig. 101: Identifying Screws And Compression Strut
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Axle Mounting
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT COMPRESSION STRUT
IMPORTANT: Observe safety when raising the vehicle.
Driving without compression struts is not permitted!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remov
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
SEE MORE:
Additional Work For Camber Correction
IMPORTANT: Changes in axle geometry caused by accidents must under no
circumstances
be rectified by camber adjustment!
NOTE: The upper control arm may only be replaced if the camber is
outside the
specified tolerance after toe adjustment.
Adjust toe-in.
Check camber values; if necessary, replace u
AUTO program - Automatic climate control
AUTO program
Principle
The AUTO program cools, ventilates or heats
the car's interior automatically.
The air distribution and the temperature are controlled
automatically depending on the interior
temperature and the desired temperature setting
including the selected intensity of the air flow.
Switc
