BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Replacing engine support/front left side frame connection (front left wheel arch removed)

BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual / Body and Frame / Wheel wells / Replacing engine support/front left side frame connection (front left wheel arch removed)

Observe procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3.

Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.

Following new body parts are required:

  • (1) Engine support, rear

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Removing the engine support side frame connection: Open welded connections in areas (1).

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Remove engine support/side frame (2).

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Remove reinforcement (2).

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New part preparation

Open welded connections in areas (1).

Remove engine support (2).

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Installing the engine support side frame connection

Install and weld new parts.

NOTE: First, the reinforcement of the engine support side frame connection must be installed and welded for reasons of accessibility as a separate component.

NOTE: The bulkhead cross member (1) is filled with low-flammable cavity foam.

In case of smoke formation, stop the welding procedure and cool the welded area with compressed air if applicable.

  • (2) Bulkhead
  • (3) Connection engine support side frame
  • (4) Engine support

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REPLACING ENGINE SUPPORT/FRONT RIGHT SIDE FRAME CONNECTION (FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH REMOVED)

The work is identical to replacing the "ENGINE SUPPORT FRONT LEFT SIDE FRAME CONNECTION".

    Replace front right wheel arch
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    Replacing front left wheel arch
    Follow procedure for REPAIR STAGE 3. Read contents of BODY, GENERAL. STRIP DOWN vehicle. Use only approved SPOT-WELDING APPARATUS for repairs ...

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