61 35... Notes on ESD protection (Electro Static Discharge)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5, 2002 BMW X5, and 2001 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - X-5 (3.0i) .

Special Tools Required:

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NOTE: Electrical components which are particularly sensitive to electrostatic discharge (electronic control units, sensors, etc.) are marked with the ESD warning symbol.

E -Electro.

S -Static.

D -Discharge.

Statically charged persons can discharge by touching electrical components.

NOTE: Humans can only detect a discharge starting from a level of approx. 3000 V.

The danger threshold for electrical components already starts from a level of approx. 100 V.

Fig 1: Identifying Electrostatic Discharge By Touching Electrical Components

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Fig 2: Identifying Correct And Incorrect Handling Of Electrical Components

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IMPORTANT: Do not touch pins or multi-pin connectors directly! Touch electrical components by their housings only.

IMPORTANT: To prevent electrical components from being damaged or destroyed by electrostatic discharge, it is absolutely essential to comply with the following instructions:

When replacing electrical components, leave the replacement components in their original packaging until immediately before they are to be installed.
If necessary, always return a removed component in its original packaging (always pack the component away immediately).
Read and comply with user information on using the associated ESD special tool.