Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training.
If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guidelines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a service center.
If work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.
Never reach into the engine compartment
Never reach into spaces or gaps in the engine compartment; otherwise, there is a risk of injury, e.g., from rotating or hot parts.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Rear trim panel: Stripping-down operations - replacing tail panel outer section
NOTE:
Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the
components are taken into consideration.
The following list basically represents the removal sequence.
Remove battery
Remove bumper trim panel
Bottom center cover
Remove bumper suppor ...