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How do I turn off the air suspension on a BMW X5?

I recently got a flat tire on my BMW X5. I’ve heard that I need to turn off the air suspension before I can change it. However, I’ve never changed a tire on this car before, so I’m not sure what to do. How should I turn off the air suspension on my BMW X5?

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Ben Guess · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Great question; it’s always good to know more about your car. Here’s how to turn off the air suspension on a
BMW X5
: Start by turning the engine off. 2. Keep the ignition on. 3. Push up or down on the suspension level switch. Keep the pressure on it for seven seconds and then let it go. 4. Check if the air suspension is off. If it’s off, the line of green dashes will be gone.
And that’s all! To turn it back on, press the suspension level switch in the opposite direction for seven seconds, and you should be all good to go.
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