General information
Depending on the engine installation, the coolant reservoir is located on the right side or the left side of the engine compartment.
Checking
1. Let the engine cool.
2. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pressure to dissipate, then open it.
3. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
4. The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck.
Adding
1. Let the engine cool.
2. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pressure to dissipate, then open it.
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill.
4. Turn the lid until there is an audible click.
The arrows on the coolant reservoir and the lid must point towards one another.
5. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmental protection regulations when disposing of coolant and coolant additives.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Body repair instructions: Separating cut determination with a template
In the case of a partial replacement piece, a body component is cut at a point described in the repair
instructions.
A template may be used for the exact position determination for the separating cut.
The template is made from the reinforcement plate and can be reused.
Carry over schemat ...