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.
- Disconnect battery
- Remove cowl panel cover
- Remove and install windscreen
- Remove and install rear lid
- Remove and install headlining.
- Remove and install left roof trim strip
- Remove and install right roof trim strip
- Remove and install roof aerial
- Remove both tailgate hinges
- Partially release tailgate seal.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Starter lead: Replacing positive battery cable between starter motor, alternator and
positive battery connection point (N55)
Necessary preliminary work:
Read out the fault memory of the DME control unit.
Switch off ignition.
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD .
REMOVE intake plenum.
Fold back cover (1).
Release nut underneath. Remove positive battery cable from battery positive terminal.
Remove protective ca ...