BMW X5: Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (Partial Replacement Before Longitudinal Member Cover)
Read contents of Body, General. Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs! Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.
Following new body parts are required:
- Partial section, rear side panel
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Fig. 197: Identifying Partial Section, Rear Side Panel
Open weld joints in areas (1).
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Fig. 198: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area
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Fig. 199: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area
Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified measurements and cut.
IMPORTANT: Cut outer metal sheet only.
Measurement a = 260 mm from roof edge
Measurement b = approx. 200 mm from middle of lower lock striker screw point.
Severance cut (c) in centerpoint of 15 mm dia. hole
Open weld joints in areas (1).
Installation information:
- Apply window glass adhesive to cavity acoustic baffle (2).
In area (3) move cavity acoustic baffle approx. 20 mm downwards.
- Weld in reinforcing panels at all severance cuts.
Open weld joints in areas (1).
Open brazed joint in areas (2).
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Fig. 200: Identifying Open Brazed Joint Area
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Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (Partial Replacement, Door Opening)
Read contents of Body, General.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs!
Remove or cover those vehicle components
Front Side Doors
ADJUSTING DOOR
CAUTION: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing
adjustment options are not sufficient.
NOTE: Observe gap dimensions.
The
Rear Side Doors
ADJUSTING DOOR
CAUTION: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing
adjustment options are not sufficient.
NOTE: Observe gap dimensions.
The
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Front Axle + Steering: Wheel/Chassis Alignment Check Must Be Carried
Out After The Following Work
Fig. 3: Identifying Front Axle Components
A wheel/chassis alignment check must be carried out after the following work:
Release of following screw/bolt connections:
Steering gear to front axle carrier
Lower control arm to front axle carrier
Tie rod end to tie rod
Replacement of followi
Performance Controls
Cooling System
The cooling system of the N54 engine consists of a radiator circuit and an
isolated oil cooling circuit. The fact
that there is an isolated oil-cooling circuit ensures that heat is not
introduced via the engine oil into the engine's
coolant system.
Fig. 71: Identifying Cooling S
