BMW X5: Roof Outer Skin
REPLACING ROOF OUTER SKIN (VERSION WITH PANORAMA GLASS SUNROOF)
Read contents of Body, General.
Use only approved spot-welding apparatus for repairs.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are susceptible to heat or dust.
Following new body parts are required:
- Roof outer skin, panorama sunroof
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Fig. 140: Identifying Roof Outer Skin, Panorama Sunroof
Carry over the work step shown symmetrically to the other side of the vehicle.
Open weld joints in areas (1).
Open brazed joints in areas (2).
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Fig. 141: Identifying Open Brazed Joints Areas
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Fig. 142: Identifying Open Weld Joints Area
Open weld joints in areas (1).
Release adhesive areas (layout, see next work steps) and remove roof outer skin.
Installation:
Fit new part on body. Fit windscreen for positioning.
Seal weld seams with sealing compound.
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Fig. 143: Identifying Sealing Compound Applying Areas
Apply sealing compound in areas (1).
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Fig. 144: Identifying Adhesive Applying Areas
Apply adhesive in areas (1).
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Dash Cowl
REPLACING FRONT LEFT DOOR PILLAR (FRONT SIDE PANEL REMOVED)
Read contents of Body, General.
Spot-weld bonding is used on this vehicle. Observe specific procedure.
Remove or cover those vehicle compo
Rear Trim Panel
REPLACING OUTER TAIL PANEL SECTION
Read contents of Body, General.
Remove or cover those vehicle components in the repair area which are
susceptible to heat or dust.
Spot-weld bonding is used on th
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KDS Chassis/Wheel Alignment Check With Ride-Height Measurement
Without Load
IMPORTANT: Do not carry out chassis/wheel alignment without load:
If the technical preconditions for alignment with ride height
input are not
in place
If, in spite of repairs having been carried out, the car's ride
height between
the left and right sides is still outside the tolerance
If t
Grinding Aluminum Parts
1.0 Recommended tools and equipment
To carry out outer shell grinding work by hand or machine, you must use
the recommended tools
and equipment.
The work area can be cleaned with conventional extractor systems (low dust
concentration).
Weight-reduced aluminum front end structure (GRAV):
T
