BMW X5: Water Pump With Drive
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING WATER PUMP (N52K)
WARNING: Danger of scalding! Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Recycling:
Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitable container.
Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
IMPORTANT: If a water pump that has already been operated is reused, it must be filled with coolant immediately after removal.
Mixture ratio, water : coolant = 1 : 1
Protect plug connections against coolant and contamination.
Cover plug connections with suitable materials.
IMPORTANT: Aluminium-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminium screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminium screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released.
The end faces of aluminium screws/bolts are painted blue for the purposes of reliable identification Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage).
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove coolant thermostat
Unfasten hose clip (1).
For tightening torque refer to 11 53 5AZ.
Remove coolant hose.
Unfasten hose clip (2).
For tightening torque refer to 11 53 3AZ.
Remove coolant hose.
Disconnect plug connection (3).
Release screws (4).
For tightening torque refer to 11 51 1AZ.
Fig. 261: Plug Connection, Screws And Hoses
Installation:
Replace aluminium screws.
Remove electric water pump (x) via x.
Installation:
If the electric water pump is reused, it must be rotated one turn due to the breakaway torque at the blade wheels.
Assemble engine.
Venting instructions must be observed without fail.
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Thermostat And Connections
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COOLANT THERMOSTAT (N52K)
WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.
Recycling
Catch and dispose of drained coolant in a suitab
Intake Manifold
REMOVING AND INSTALLING AIR INTAKE MANIFOLD (N52K)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove Tension Strut
Remove Intake Filter Housing
Remove Ignition Coil Cover
Open holder (2).
Disconnect plug conn
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Piston With Ring And
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING ALL PISTONS (N62TU)
Special tools required:
00 9 120
11 5 430
11 5 440
11 5 450
IMPORTANT: Re-install piston, conrod and bearing shells back in the
same position and in the same installation location.
Conrods and conrod bearing caps are denoted with the same
Sitting safely
An ideal seat position that meets the needs of
the occupants can make a vital contribution to
relaxed, fatigue-free driving.
In the event of an accident, the correct seat position
plays an important role. Follow the information
in the following chapters.
Additional information:
Seats,
Safety b
