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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY AND FRAMERADIATOR SUPPORTSERVICE AND REPAIR
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Radiator Support: Service and Repair
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Service and Repair
41 33 040 Replacing Front Left Or Right Side Wall Holder
NOTE:
- Read contents of Body, General.
- Side wall removed.
- Transfer the systematic diagram onto the respective holder version.
General information:
Procedure Observe repair stage 2.
Following new body parts are required (refer to Electronic Parts Catalogue):
- (1) Holder, side wall, front (variant 1)
- (2) Holder, side wall, front (variant 2)
Following consumables are required:
Removal of side wall holder (variant 1):
Release welded connections in areas (1) and remove holder (2).
Preparation of new part:
Adjust new part in conjunction with side panel in front to fit.
In area of bonding surfaces (1), set 2 4.2 mm dia. bore holes (2) for blind rivetsN3.
Remove new part and deburr holes.
IMPORTANT: Do not grind bonding surfaces down or off.
Installation of side wall holder:
Clean all bonding surfaces with cleaning agent R1.
Apply adhesive to bonding surfaces.
Install new part and rivet with blind rivets.
Removal of side wall holder (variant 2):
Release welded connection in area (1) and remove holder (2).
Preparation of new part:
Fit in new part.
In area of adhesive surface (1), drill a 4.2 mm dia. bore hole (2) for blind rivet N3.
Remove new part and deburr holes.
IMPORTANT: Do not grind bonding surfaces down or off.
Installation of side wall holder:
Clean all bonding surfaces with cleaning agent R1.
Apply adhesive to bonding surface.
Install new part and rivet with blind rivet.
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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.