IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .
IMPORTANT: Aluminum-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminum screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released .
Aluminum screws/bolts are permitted with and without color coding (blue).
For reliable identification: Aluminum screws/bolts are not magnetic .
Jointing torque and angle of rotation must be observed without fail (risk of damage) .
Necessary preliminary work:
NOTE: Installation location of pulse sensor for crankshaft is underneath starter motor.
Detach plug (1) from crankshaft pulse sensor (2).
Release screw.
Installation note:
Replace aluminum screws.
Withdraw pulse sensor (2) from crankcase.
Installation note:
Replace sealing ring.
NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Delete fault memory.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Support members: Replace entrance for front left door
Observe procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3.
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
Following new body parts are required (refer to OVERVIEW OF CONSUMABLES):
(1) A-pillar with entrance
Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.
IMPORTANT: Cut outer panel only for follo ...