2010 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 259

ground. Switch on the hazard warning flashers. Set the parking brake and engage transmission position P. Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain outside the immediate area in a safe place, such as behind a guardrail. If a warning triangle* or portable hazard warning lamp* is required, set it up on the roadside at an appropriate distance from the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations. Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as snow, ice, tiles, etc. Position the jack on a firm support surface. Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a support base for the jack, as this would prevent it from extending to its full support height and reduce its load-carrying capacity. To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is supported by the jack.< Removing compact wheel The compact wheel is located in the cargo bay under the floor panel. 1. Remove the tool mount. 2. Unscrew the wing nut 1. 3. Remove the washer 2 laterally. 4. Remove the compact wheel. Preparing wheel change 1. Observe the safety precautions above. 2. Loosen the lug bolts a half turn. Navigation Reference Mobility 257 Communications Entertainment Jacking up vehicle 1. Position the vehicle jack at the jacking point closest to the wheel so that the entire surface of the jack base rests on the ground perpendicularly beneath the jacking point. The vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not attempt to raise another vehicle model with it or to raise any load of any kind. To do so could cause accidents and personal injury.< What you will need To avoid rattling noises later on, note the positions of the tools before removing them, then return them to their initial positions after completing work. The tools are located in the mount under the floor panel flap. 1 2 3 Vehicle jack* Vehicle jack crank* Lug wrench* Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 756 - © 06/09 BMW AG Driving tips Controls At a glance