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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2008M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSBODY CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BODY MODULE
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Removing and Installing/Replacing Body Module
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Removing and Installing/Replacing Body Module
61 35 125 - Removing and installing/replacing body module
Important!
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) 61 35 ... Notes on ESD Protection (Electro Static Discharge).
Read out programming/coding Programming and Relearning.
- Print out and make a note of settings for car and key memory in CKM menu
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead
- Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left 51 45 181 Removing and Installing/Replacing Bottom Right Trim For Instrument Panel
- Detach airbag control unit with gateway module Removing and Installing/Replacing Airbag Control Unit with Gateway Module
Note:
Open glovebox.
Unclip pin (1) from retaining strap (2).
Unclip pin (1) from shock absorber (2).
Open rotary clips (1) and remove.
Remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.
Release screws (1).
Pull fuse holder (2) back slightly.
Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.
Unlock catches (3) in direction of arrow and remove body module (2) from equipment carrier (4).
Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding Programming and Relearning.
- Check printed-out or noted-down settings for car and key memory in CKM menu and reset if necessary
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.