65 95... Removing And Installing/Replacing Luggage Compartment Equipment Carrier (Security)

2006 BMW M5SECTION 65 95... Removing And Installing/Replacing Luggage Compartment Equipment Carrier (Security)

Necessary preliminary tasks:Β 

  • Remove right luggage compartment trim panel

Equipment carrier (1) is installed above battery (2). Release screws (5), lift equipment carrier (1) off battery, disconnect battery negative lead.

3 Relay carrier with relays and jumbo fuses

4 Fuse carrier, 10-slot

5 Retaining screws, equipment carrier

Fig 1: Identifying Equipment Carrier, Battery, Relay Carrier, Fuse Carrier, And Retaining Screws
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Overview, equipment carrier, components:

5 Distribution box

6 Expander rivet

7 Security control unit

8 Intercom system control unit

9 Panic Close power window module

10 Intercom system booster

Fig 2: Overview Of Equipment Carrier And Components
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Ground connections for control units are screwed to ground point (1) in luggage compartment on right.

Fig 3: Locating Ground Point In Luggage Compartment
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Release screws (1), remove expander rivet (2), detach distribution box (3) in direction of arrow; if necessary, disconnect plug connector and remove components.

Installation:Β 

Secure components on equipment carrier, attach distribution box (3) and secure with plastic expander rivet (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Distribution Box, Expander Rivet, And Screws
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.