Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2018 BMW X5 xDrive40eFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Restraints - Repair
- Safety And General Information
- Seat Belts
- 72 11... Check list for automatic seat belt
- 72 11... Check the 3-point automatic-reel belt
- 72 11... Checklist for front seat
- 72 11... Remove and install or replace the 3rd seat row center lower strap
- 72 11... Remove and install or replace the belt lock for the 3rd row of seats on the left or right
- 72 11... Remove and install or replace the seat belt for the 3rd row of seats on the left or right
- 72 11... Remove and install the belt deflector clip for the 3rd row of seats on the left or right
- 72 11 041 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right lower strap (seat belt tensioner)
- 72 11 033 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right seat belt
- 72 11 096 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear lower strap (comfort seat)
- 72 11 096 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear lower strap (through-loading facility)
- 72 11 097 Removing and installing/replacing rear center lower strap (through-loading facility)
- 72 11 101 Removing and installing/replacing rear center seat belt
- 72 11 092 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right seat belt
- 72 11 097 Removing and installing/replacing rear middle lower strap (comfort seat)
- Gas Generators, Airbag Modules (With Steering Wheel Airbag 3234)
- 72 12... Deactivating front passenger airbags with key switch
- 72 12... Notes on scrapping vehicles with gas generators (airbag system)
- 72 12... Procedure after airbag deployment as result of an accident
- 41 00... Procedure for vehicles with active pedestrian protection after an accident
- 72 12 000 Removing and installing or replacing airbag module on passenger's side
- 72 12 060 Removing and installing or replacing left or right head airbag
- 72 12 050 Removing and installing side airbag (front seat)
- 72 12 048 Removing and installing/replacing left or right head airbag (version with slide/tilt sunroof)
- 72 12 004 Removing and installing/replacing airbag module for driver's knee protection
- 72 12 006 Removing and installing/replacing airbag module for passenger knee protection
- 72 12... Unlocking/locking airbag plug connections
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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.
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