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Integrated Suspension Systems - Repair BMW M5 E60/E61

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00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin

Danger of poisoning!

Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are

  1. Headaches
  2. Dizziness
  3. Stomach aches
  4. Vomiting
  5. Diarrhoea
  6. Cramps/fits
  7. Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct

  1. Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
  2. Do not pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
  3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

  1. Do not induce vomiting. If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately. If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.

00 Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin

Danger of injury!

Contact with eyes or skin may result in injury!

Possible symptoms are

  1. Impaired sight
  2. Irritation of the eyes
  3. Reddening of the skin
  4. Rough and cracked skin

Protective measures/rules of conduct

  1. Wear protective goggles
  2. Wear oil-resistant protective gloves
  3. Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures

  1. Eye contact: Rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; if available, use an eye-rinsing bottle. If irritation of the eyes persists, consult a doctor.
  2. Skin contact: Wash off with soap and water immediately. If irritation persists, consult a doctor. NOTE: Do not use solvents/thinners.

00 Safety instructions for handling oil

WARNINGDANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin! RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!

Recycling

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Measures if oil is unintentionally released

  1. Personal precautionary measures: Danger of slipping! Keep non-involved persons away from the work area. Wear personal protective clothing/equipment.
  2. Environmental protection measures: Prevent oil from draining into drain channels, sewerage systems, pits, cellars, water and the ground.
  3. Limiting spread: Use oil blocks to prevent the surface spread of oil.
  4. Cleaning procedure: Bind and dispose of escaped oil with nonflammable absorbents. NOTE: Do not flush oil away with water or aqueous cleaning agents.

00...... Raising vehicle with trolley jack

IMPORTANTObserve the following trolley-jack-related instructions

Scheme 1

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Scheme 1
  1. Use only BMW-distributed/approved trolley jacks which have rubber plate contact points.
  2. Trolley jacks must be regularly serviced and always checked for functional reliability before they are used!
  3. Check the rubber plate on the trolley jack prior to each use, replacing if necessary.
WARNINGThe vehicle may be raised with a trolley jack only at the following jacking points!

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Scheme 2
  1. Car jacking point
  2. Side car jacking points
  3. Rear differential Risk of damage: It is not permitted to raise the vehicle at the rear differential cover!

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: 37.... Overview of Electronic Damper Control (M model)
Scheme 3: 37.... Overview of Electronic Damper Control (M model)

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Scheme 4: 37.... Overview of integrated suspension systems (M model)
Scheme 4: 37.... Overview of integrated suspension systems (M model)

37 10... Removing and installing/replacing pressure relief valves

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove «FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION»(/bmw/m5/e60e61-2004-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-47-490-removing-and-installing)
IMPORTANTBefore releasing, it is essential to remove corrosion and dirt from the area around the pressure relief valves!

Pull vent hose (3) out of Y-piece at marked position (see arrow in illustration). Vent line can be removed by sliding back the protruding collar on the Y-piece.

IMPORTANTDo not open banjo bolts (2).

Release pressure relief valve (1) directly from oscillating motor.

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Scheme 5

Installation

Replace distributor lines (2).

Screw pressure relief valve fully into oscillating motor and remove plug.

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 37 11 CONTROL AND SUSPENSION ELEMENTS, FRONT

IMPORTANTSlide in yellow distributor line in forward direction of travel and black distributor line in rearward direction of travel. Slide distributor lines (2) into pressure relief valve (1) up to second marking (M).

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Scheme 6

37 12 001 Checking function of self-levelling suspension system

Carry out error search with BMW diagnosis system.

37 14 017 Removing and installing/replacing front mounted acceleration sensor (M model)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove «FRONT WHEEL»(/bmw/m5/e60e61-2004-2010/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheel-and-tires-repair__36-10-300-removing-or-installing)
  2. Partially detach «FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER»(/bmw/m5/e60e61-2004-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-71-040-removing-and-installingreplacing) (in rear area).

Release screws (1). Disconnect plug connection (2). Remove front mounted acceleration sensor (3).

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Scheme 7

37 14 027 Removing and installing/replacing rear mounted acceleration sensor (M model)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove «LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM ON SIDE PANEL ON RIGHT»(/bmw/m5/e60e61-2004-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-47-220-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Unscrew nuts (1). Disconnect connector (2). Remove rear mounted acceleration sensor (3).

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37 14 511 Replacing front ride-height sensor (M5, M6)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove right steering gear cover.

Release nut (1) and disconnect jointed rod.

Tightening torque: see 7AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

Release screws (2), remove ride-height sensor from bracket and disconnect plug connection (3).

Installation

Sensor lever must point from ride-height sensor to right front wheel.

Tightening torque: see 6AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS

Scheme 9

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Scheme 9

After installation

Check HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT , correct if necessary.

37 14 512 Replacing rear ride-height sensor

Release nut and disconnect jointed rod (3).

Installation

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque: see 7AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: see 6AZ in 37 14 ELECTRIC COMPONENTS .

Disconnect plug connection (4) and remove ride-height sensor.

Installation

Sensor lever (2) must point outwards from ride-height sensor.

Scheme 10

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Scheme 10

After installation

  1. Check «HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT»(/bmw/m5/e60e61-2004-2010/remont/exterior-lights/#lights-repair__63-10-004-adjusting-headlights) , correct if necessary.

37 15 055 Removing and installing/replacing EDC control unit (M model)

Necessary preliminary tasks

  1. Remove «TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL, BOTTOM LEFT»(/bmw/m5/e60e61-2004-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-45-181-removing-and-installingreplacing) .
  2. Remove «FOOTWELL SIDE TRIM PANEL ON A-PILLAR, RIGHT»(/bmw/m5/e60e61-2004-2010/remont/door-locks-anti-theft-systems/#body-equipment-repair__51-43-075-removing-and-installingreplacing) .

Press floor trim at front right to one side.

Open cutout in insulating mat (shown with dotted line) and release nut (1).

Disconnect plug connections (2). Unscrew nut (3).

Slide control unit (4) with bracket upwards and remove sideways.

If necessary, remove control unit (4) from bracket.

Scheme 11

Scheme 11
Scheme 11

After installation

Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING

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