BMW X5: Use Of Materials In Outer Shell
The following illustration is a schematic representation of all the body variants.
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Fig. 20: Identifying Materials In Outer Shell
All components not listed in the table below are composed of established sheet steel qualities.
COMPONENTS MATERIALS SPECIFICATION
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, GENERAL
The vehicle identification number must be stamped with a special tool. There are different special tool numbers and stamping procedures for the various vehicles.
In repair work, the vehicle identification number is always stamped into a replacement vehicle identification number surface. The replacement surface is usually situated under the original VIN surface.
The IGEF number (bodyshell number) is omitted when the wheel arch is replaced.
In the event of component or body replacement by the BMW garages/workshops, clearly delimit the vehicle identification number at front and rear by stamping a + in place of the BMW emblem.
If a VIN is stamped into the replacement surface in addition to the original VIN (e.g. if the original VIN has been tampered with), the following applies: The original VIN must be crossed out. To do so, stamp the letter I from the punch digits lengthways through the original VIN.
IMPORTANT: Do not use an angle grinder in conjunction with a cutting disk!
The protective film used as standard is omitted after the VIN has been manually stamped in. Paint area in accordance with BMW Painting Handbook. Ensure that layer thicknesses are small.
Observe country-specific regulations.
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Welding And Soldering Steel Parts
IMPORTANT: Comply with the following topics from "Body, General":
Safety regulations.
Handling electrical/electronic equipment, airbags and restraint
systems.
A. Welding steel parts:
General inform
Welding In Reinforcement Plate (Steel Plate)
In the case of a partial replacement piece, a body component is cut at a
point described in the repair instructions.
A reinforcement plate is welded in to ensure sufficient strength.
Follow notes f
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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
Cross Member
Minimum set: Mechanical tools
Note: To hold the engine when removing and installing the front axle support,
the oil sump and the transmission
Engine: M10, M20, M20B25, M20B27, M21, M30, M30B34, M30Tur, M40, M41, M42,
M43, M43TU, M44,
M47, M47T2, M47TU, M50, M51, M52, M52TU, M54, M56, M57, M57D25,
