Check the expanding foam tape on the windshield

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 BMW X5, 2022 BMW X5, 2021 BMW X5, 2020 BMW X5, and 2019 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check

Check expanding foam tape (1) for damage.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Result

» Expanding foam tape (1) is damaged.

Measure

Replace the expanding foam tape (1).
Parts: Expanding foam tape

Replacing the expanding foam tape around the windshield

Removing the expanding foam tape around the windshield

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Notes on component bonding using adhesive tape form the basis for these repair instructions and must be observed without fail.
For additional information see: NOTES ON COMPONENT BONDING WITH ADHESIVE TAPE .

Loosen the expanding foam tape (1) from around the windshield.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installing expanding foam tape on the windshield

Observe marks (A) and (B) for the expanding foam tape on the windshield.
If marks are missing, take the dimensions from the removed windshield.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Clean the adhesive areas of the expanding foam tape (1) on the windshield.

CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATIONS

Cleaning agent R1

100 ml, Bottle

83192211217

Apply the expanding foam tape (1) within the marks on the windshield and press it on.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Parts: Expanding foam tape