Preface to the BMW X5 E53 Workshop Manual This Manual is a manual for the operation, maintenance and repair of vehicles «BMW» series «x5» with body «E53», manufactured since January 1999 in the USA and...
Abbreviations used in the manual ABS anti-lock braking system; BMW AG Joint-Stock Company «Bavarian Motor Works»; DDE electronic control system of the petrol engine; DME electronic diesel...
General data of the car BMW X5 E53 New company model «BMW AG» (Germany) series «x5» with body «E53» type «crossover» was introduced to the consumer in January 1999 in the US and in the spring of...
Controls and dashboard Governing bodies Location of vehicle controls «BMW» series «x5» with an E53 body is shown in fig. 1.10. Pic. 1.10. Vehicle controls: 1 - light switch (parking...
Control signals and indicators Control and signal lamps (indicators) BMW X5 E53 marked with a badge «[1]» when the ignition key is turned to position «2» light up for a while and go out...
Multifunction steering wheel On the multifunction steering wheel of the BMW X5 E53 (MFL) mounted control keys (pic. 1.13): radio receiver: air conditioning in recirculation mode; steering...
Digital and analog instruments The installation of digital and analog instruments depends on the model and equipment of the vehicle. Total mileage counter Total mileage counter (1, fig....
Automatic diagnostic system Automatic diagnostic system (GARDEN) BMW X5 E53 only works when the ignition is on (position «2») and during the trip constantly monitors the condition and...
Messages at the end of the trip All malfunctions of the BMW X5 E53 detected during the trip can be read from the CAD by turning the ignition key to position «0». With the ignition key removed...
On-board computer The on-board computer display is displayed on the instrument panel and is located between the scales of the speedometer and tachometer with an econometer. The...
Egnition lock Egnition lock (pic. 1.19) mounted on the steering column and is designed to supply power to the vehicle's systems when the engine is started, block the engine...
Switches inside the car Center panel keys The keys of the central panel are located under the control unit of the heating and ventilation unit / air conditioner and displayed in one...
Instrument lighting When the lighting is on, you can smoothly adjust the brightness of the instrument panel backlight. Grooved adjustment wheel (pic. 1.23) located next to the...
Fog lights and lights The fog light switch is a key-type switch located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column and has two power keys (pic. 1.24). Left key,...
High beam and parking lights Direction indicators work only when the ignition is on and have four positions and are switched on by a lever switch (pic. 1.25): from steering wheel (1),...
Windshield wipers front and rear Wipers in combination with windscreen washers are controlled by a lever switch (pic. 1.26) located to the right of the steering column and has seven positions...
Window glass and power windows Power windows The power windows can be operated by turning the ignition key to position «1» and higher. The control panel is located on the armrest of the...
Reconfiguring headlights Reconfiguring headlights is necessary when crossing the border with a different direction of movement. Reconfiguring xenon headlights on a right-hand drive...
Exterior body lighting Replace lamps with cotton gloves and goggles. It is forbidden to touch the glass bulbs of the lamps with bare hands. The bulbs of the llama are under pressure,...
Interior lighting Interior lighting is carried out by several lamps and is controlled automatically. When the ignition is turned off, the key is set to the position «0», after...
Emergency light signaling Emergency light signaling is activated by pressing the key switch (7, see fig. 1.10) on the center console. The backlight of the key flashes periodically when...
Correct sitting position Proper fit ensures muscle relaxation during a long trip. In combination with seat belts and airbags, proper posture plays an important role in ensuring the...
Seat adjustment The car can be equipped with several models of seats - standard, sporty and comfortable, with mechanical or electric adjustment. In the basic configuration,...
Seat head restraints The middle of the head restraint should be approximately at the level of the ears, which reduces the risk of injury in the event of an accident. Removing the...
Rear view mirrors Exterior mirrors (pic. 1.45) provide a view of the traffic situation behind the car. Adjustment of the position of the rear-view mirror is carried out by key...
Central locking The central lock provides both locking and, respectively. unlocking the doors, upper trunk lid and fuel hatch. It only works if both front doors are closed. It...
Locking the rear doors Attention! Transportation of children is allowed only in rear seats equipped with special child seats according to their age group. Locking the rear doors when...
Refueling The M54 and M62 engines of the car are designed to run on unleaded gasoline - «Super Plus» (AI-98), petrol is allowed «Super» or «Euro Super» (AI-95), the...
Seat belts Seat belts are designed to reduce injury in the event of a vehicle crash. They provide all the seats. The BMW X5 E53 must be fastened with a seat belt before...
Inflatable airbags Airbags (NPB) designed to protect the driver and front passenger in frontal and side collisions. In the event of an accident, only those airbags that are...
Parking brake The parking brake is designed to hold the vehicle in place when parking on a level road or on a slight slope. When tightening (inclusion) parking brake, the...
Manual gearbox (RKPP) The car is equipped with two types of 5-speed gearboxes: with manual gearshift (RKPP) and with automatic gear shifting (automatic transmission). A six-speed...
Automatic transmission (automatic transmission) Automatic transmission (automatic transmission) thanks to a special combination of mechanical and hydraulic transmission, it significantly increases efficiency...
Steering wheel adjustment The position of the steering wheel can be changed in the longitudinal direction and in the angle of its inclination in two drive modes - mechanical and...
Electronic braking system The electronic braking system incorporates several systems such as anti-lock braking system (ABS), brake force distribution system (EBV) and dynamic brake...
Tire pressure monitoring system Attention! The RDC system cannot warn of sudden and severe tire damage, rupture due to external factors. Tire pressure monitoring system (RDC) or tire damage...
Salon attributes Salon attributes include elements that allow you to increase the comfort of your stay in the car. These include - sun visors, glove box and goggle box,...
Air conditioner All BMW X5 models of the E-53 series have air conditioning in the cabin. This allows you to maintain comfortable conditions in the cabin, regardless of the...
Air conditioning controls Switches and keys are used to adjust and control the air conditioner (pic. 1.70). First set by switches (6, 7, 8) air supply program, and then the air...
Location of fuses Fuses protect electrical circuits and power consumption elements from overloads (decommissioning). If any of the current consumers fails, it must be turned off...
Battery — care and charging Accumulator battery (AB) installed in the trunk, behind the right side trim. When working with AB, observe safety measures. To access the battery, it is...
Wheel replacement The spare wheel is located on the floor of the trunk, under the mat, it can be full-size or compact. Wheel replacement must be carried out in the following...
Features of winter operation of a diesel engine Drivers during winter operation of the BMW X5 E53 with a diesel engine in low temperatures (below minus 15°С) and its design features (presence of a fuel...