Risk of burning!
Carry out repair work only after engine has cooled down.
Necessary preliminary work:
Fold up the carpet (2) as shown.
Slacken nut (1).
Take off earth cable (3).
Installation note: Ensure correct line routing.
Unlock plug connections (1) and (2) and disconnect.
Release screws (3).
Remove electric auxiliary heater (4) in direction of arrow from the heating and air conditioning unit (5).
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Body repair instructions: Installation solution for straight shank/hexagon rivet nut
Protection measures!
Wear safety goggles
Wear protective gloves
Hexagon/straight shank rivet nut (up to thread 8) with hand rivet gun ZS308
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in the drill bit slipping and causing
significant paintwork ...