11 65 180 Removing and installing/renewing heat shield at top (N63)

2011 BMW X5 50iSECTION 11 65 180 Removing and installing/renewing heat shield at top (N63)

Necessary preliminary work: 

Release screws (1).

Lift out holder.

Fig 1: Identifying Holder Screws
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Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 11 65 3AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Intake Filter Housings Screw
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Release screw (2).

Tightening torque: 11 65 3AZ .

Fig 3: Releasing Screw
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Release retaining clip (1).

Detach wire ring (2) and set down behind oxygen sensor.

Fig 4: Detaching Wire Ring And Oxygen Sensor
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Release retaining clip (1).

Detach wire ring (2) and set down behind oxygen sensor.

Fig 5: Detaching Wire Ring And Oxygen Sensor
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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 11 65 3AZ .

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, the graphic shows the oxygen sensor removed.
RENDER: 1.0x

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