Car steering BMW X5 E53

All work performed on the elements of the steering system must be carried out at an exceptional frequency, excluding its contamination.

After completing the work, it is necessary to bleed the hydraulic booster system. The drained booster fluid must be disposed of.

Steering — General Information
The steering system is designed to change the direction of the vehicle's movement, and includes a steering column, steering wheel, and steering mechanism (rack...

Safety precautions when working on the steering system
BMW cars of the X5 series with the E53 body are equipped with a series (front and side) inflatable airbags (AIRBAG) - "Airbag", the operation of which is based...

Steering — design description
The design of the power steering is shown in Figure 12.1. Rod (5) of the "Interlock" system (until September 2005).

Checking the operation of steering systems
Checking the operation of the power steering pump Attention! All work must be carried out in exceptional cleanliness to prevent contamination from entering the...

Bleeding the power steering system
Attention! Before removing the tank cap, thoroughly clean the tank and all surfaces directly adjacent to it. Prevent contamination from entering the system....

Replacing the cooling circuit of the power steering
The power steering cooling circuit is a long "U" shaped pipe located in the front part of the engine compartment and connected to the system pipes by means of...

Adjusting the front wheel alignment angles
The design of the front axle and steering allows the front wheel alignment to be adjusted using the "BMW Diagnostics" complex stand. Changing the wheel camber...

Rear axle wheel alignment
Changing the camber angle is always accompanied by a change in the positive toe-in of the wheels. In this regard, it is necessary to first adjust the camber....

Replacing the steering gear bellows
Attention! If traces of corrosion are found on the ground toothed rack, it is necessary to replace the steering mechanism and lubricate the rack teeth. The...

Checking the distance between the front side member and the double cardan shaft
Caution! If the distance between the front side member and the dual cardan shaft is less than 5 mm, the steering gear must be re-aligned during installation....

Replacing the power steering gear
The design of the steering mechanism with hydraulic booster is shown in Figure 12.16. Attention! When carrying out work, maintain absolute cleanliness. Do not...

Replacing the tie rod end
Removal of the steering rod end must be carried out in the following order. Prepare the device "32.3.090". Fix the relative position of the wheel relative to...

Replacing the tie rod
The design of the transverse steering rod is shown in Figure 12.22. Removal of the transverse steering rod must be carried out in the following order. Prepare...

Replacing the upper steering column trim
The upper steering column trim must be replaced in the following order. Set the steering column to the "down" and "extended" position. Loosen the screw...

Replacing the lower steering column trim
The replacement of the lower steering column trim must be carried out in the following order. Set the steering column to the "up" and "extended" position....

Removal and installation the steering wheel
The design of the car provides for several steering wheel options - a multifunctional wheel (fig. 12.26) or sports, as additional equipment. Attention! All...

Removal and installation the steering column
The design of the steering column with mechanical adjustment drive is shown in Figure 12.30. Attention! After completing the installation of the steering...

Replacing the lower section of the steering shaft seals
The replacement of the lower section steering shaft seal in the front shield must be carried out in the following order: Remove the lower section of the...

Replacing the steering column shaft lock
Caution! After installing the steering column lock, it is necessary to check the functions of the ignition switch, turn signals, windshield wipers, etc. The...

Replacing the dual cardan shaft of the lower section of the steering shaft
Attention! When the dual cardan shaft is disconnected, the steering wheel does not have an extreme position limiter. Unhindered rotation of the steering wheel...

Replacing the steering column adjustment lever
The design of the steering column adjustment mechanism with a mechanical drive is shown in Figure 12.30. The lever (20) for adjusting the position of the...

Replacing the power steering pump
Attention! The power steering pump can only be replaced as an assembly. Before installing the pump, fill its internal cavity with hydraulic fluid of the type...

Replacing the steering column lock cylinder
The steering column shaft lock cylinder must be replaced in the following order. Prepare the "32.3.110" device, remove the ignition lock ring antenna, insert...

Replacing the Interlock system rod
The steering of a car equipped with an automatic transmission has a locking mechanism - the Interlock system, which locks the automatic transmission when the...

Replacing clamps
Attention! The clamps must be replaced. Replacement of clamps (ear clips) the corrugated covers of the steering gear must be carried out in the following...

Steering connection moments
Steering gear to the front axle beam (M12, 10.9) – 100 Nm. Steering gear drain plug – 42 Nm. Steering gear adjusting screw lock nut – 27 Nm. Transverse...

Possible faults in the installation of bridge angles
Possible faults in the installation of the front axle angles Malfunction Cause of malfunction Methods of elimination Wheel alignment angle does not match the...

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