BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Stripping-down operations - replacing tail panel outer section

BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual / Body and Frame / 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 support

Remove guide for rear center bumper

Remove guide for rear left bumper

Remove tail panel cover

Loosen holder, rear silencer

Partially detach tailgate seal

Stripping operations - replacing outer and inner tail panel sections

NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration. The follow ...

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BMW X3 Owners Manual > Tailgate: Automatic tailgate operation
Adjusting the opening height You can set how far the tailgate should open. Adjusting the opening height When adjusting the opening height, ensure that there is a clearance of at least 4 in/10 cm above the tailgate. Otherwise, the ceiling may not be high enough for the open tailgate if the loa ...