BMW X5: Unlocking And Disconnecting Different Plug Connections
NOTE: Examples of unlocking and disconnecting different plug connections.
Press lock and open clip in direction of arrow.
Disconnect plug connection.
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Fig. 4: Pressing Lock
Press lock and open clip in direction of arrow.
Disconnect plug connection.
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Fig. 5: Opening Clip
Open clip in direction of arrow and disconnect plug connection in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 6: Disconnecting Plug Connection
Press lock and disconnect plug connection in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 7: Disconnecting Plug Connection
Press lock and disconnect plug connection in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 8: Pressing Lock
Press lock and disconnect plug connection in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 9: Disconnecting Plug Connection
Press lock and disconnect plug connection in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 10: Pressing Lock
Press lock and disconnect plug connection in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 11: Disconnecting Plug Connection
Press lock and disconnect plug connection in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 12: Disconnecting Plug Connection
TREATING CABLES AND FIBER-OPTIC CABLES
Special tools required:
- 61 1 190
- 61 4 320
NOTE: Special tools referred to in the repair instructions below are contained in the following special tool kits:
SPECIAL TOOL KITS REFERENCE
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Subject of repair instructions
- Special tools for wiring harness repairs.
- Cutting to length and stripping insulation from cables.
- Crimping stop parts (contacts).
- Butt connector for repairing a plug connection.
- Fan connector for retrofitting/repairs.
- Cutting to length and stripping insulation from optical fibers.
- Crimping optical fibers.
- Insulation displacement connector for repairing ribbon cables.
PERFORMING BATTERY "POWER RESET" (FOR PROGRAMMING/CODING CONTROL UNIT(S) )
IMPORTANT: Observe safety instructions for handling vehicle battery.
The following steps must be carried out for a "power reset":
- Switch off and disconnect battery charger.
- Switch off ignition.
Cars with ignition key: Turn ignition key to 0 position.
Cars with identification sensor: Remove identification sensor from slot.
Cars with comfort access system: Make sure terminal is in 0 position.
- Disconnect battery negative terminal.
- Reconnect battery negative terminal (to ensure bus activity).
- Waiting time (5-10 seconds).
- Disconnect battery negative terminal.
- Waiting time (1 minute).
- Connect battery negative terminal and tighten.
Tightening torque.
- Connect and switch on battery charger.
- Switch ignition on.
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General Information On Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS)
WARNING: Danger of destruction in event of mechanical strain
Do not introduce any additional connections at the battery
negative
terminal.
Do not modify the grounding cable.
The grounding cable
Opening Plug Housings And Removing Contacts Of Different Plug
Systems
Special tools required:
61 0 300
61 0 400
61 1 150
Abbreviations and what they mean:
ABBREVIATIONS MEANINGS
Ultrasonic-welded connectors:
Ultrasonic-welded connectors (1) can be identified by th
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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
Removing And Installing/Replacing Airbag Unit
WARNING: Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury
by the
airbag unit.
Comply with safety regulations for handling components with gas
generators.
Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
NOTE: Incorrect handling m
