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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Cabin Air Filter, Replace -> 740 & 750 -> Interior -> M3, X5, 325 & 330 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540 -> Recirculation
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

M3, X5, 325 & 330

  • Turn toggle and remove cover.
  • Remove air filter.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

M5, 525, 530 & 540

  • Disconnect mounting bracket and remove cover.
  • Remove filter.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

740 & 750

Interior
  • Remove mounting screw and open cover.
  • ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 740 & 750 -> 745 -> Hydraulic Power Flow Regulator, Replace -> M3, 325 & 330 -> M3, M5, X5, Z3, Z8, 325, 330, 525, 530, 540, 740, 745, 750 & 760 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540 -> Mini Cooper -> Power Brake Booster, Replace -> X5 -> Z3 -> Z8
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

Hydraulic Power Flow Regulator, Replace

Mini Cooper
  • Ensure ignition switch is in OFF position.
  • Disconnect clip and air filter outlet hose.
  • Remove air filter housing mounting bolts, then disconnect harness clip and connector.
  • Remove air filter housing.
  • With engine off, discharge hydraulic reservoir by operating brake pedal approximately 20 times with same force required for full stop braking action.
  • Remove battery.
  • Disconnect clips, lock and connectors, then remove Engine Control Module (ECM).
  • Remove battery box mounting bolt and disconnect clips.
  • Remove battery box.
  • Disconnect val...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1999-06
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

Inspection interval is determ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> REAR
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

REAR

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear tire and wheel assembly.
  • Disconnect retaining plate.
  • Remove axle nut.
  • Remove mounting bolts and halfshaft from differential flange. Suspend shaft with suitable wire.
  • Support trailing arms using a suitable transmissio...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Description
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) monitors the tire inflation pressure while the vehicle is being driven. To achieve this, the tire inflation pressure and tire air temperature are measured at certain intervals by sensors located on each wheel at t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle. Do not remove reinforcement plate.
  • Remove mounting nuts and disconnect starter motor battery positive electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter motor.
  • Turn starter a...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 2001-06 X5 & 2003-09 X3 Series
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Open the hood.
  • Turn the cabin air filter retainer 1/4 turn.
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover.
  • Remove the cabin air fi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

BMW -> Check Engine Lamp -> With OBD II
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

The Check Engine lamp will be illuminated when the ignition switch is in the On position and the engine is stopped. If the engine is started, the lamp should go out. If the lamp rem...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove fan cowl expansion rivets and mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect lugs and remove underhood intakes.
  • Disconnect fan cowl water hose clip.
  • Lock belt pulley in position using holding tool No. 11 5 050, or equivalent, then remove water pump fan mounting nut using wrench tool No. 11 5 040, or equivalent. Nut has lefthand threads.
  • Remove fan impeller with clutch.
  • Disconnect Automatic Recirculation (AUC) air co...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

  • If reusing belt, mark rotational direction for installation.
  • Lock belt pulley in position using suitable holding tool, then remove water pump fan mounting nut using a suitable wrench. Nut has lefthand threads.
  • Remove fan impeller with clutch.
  • Remove mounting bolts and front...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Top Center Of Engine Diagram for 2001 BMW X5  4.4 V8 GASTop Center Of Engine Diagram for 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Cyl. 3 Fuel Injection Valve
  • Cyl. 3 Fuel Injection Valve Connector
  • X6103
  • Y6103
  • Front Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 BMW X5  4.4 V8 GASFront Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Hot-Film Mass Air Flow Sensor
  • B6207
  • Hot-film Mass Air Flow Sensor Connector
  • X6207
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 BMW X5  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Steering Angle Sensor
  • ASC/DSC Control Module
  • 2001 BMW X5  4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Power Seat Recline Motor
  • Driver Power Seat Motor
  • Driver Power Seat Height Motor
  • Seat Steering Column Memory Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Diagnosis Feedback with ISTA
    Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: Turbocharger Installation Tool
    Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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