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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Assisted Driving View
Principle
Depending on the equipment, information about
the driver assistance systems is displayed in an
animated surrounding area of the vehicle when
driver assistance is active.
General information
Depending on the settings, Assisted Driving
View can be displayed permanently or temporarily
with ac
Gap Dimensions, Body
The dimensions specified in this document are applicable at an object
temperature of 20ºC. The aim of
adjustment is to achieve a uniform join.
Symmetry of the gaps between left and right sides of the vehicle has top
priority.
The door gaps must not deviate between the front and rear gap by more
