12 41 020 Removing And Installing/Replacing Starter Motor (N62, N62TU)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery
Disconnect battery negative lead and cover
Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE
E60/E63/64/E65/E66 only: Remove RIGHT EXHAUST MANIFOLD

Release screw and nut.

Remove heat shield (1).

Fig 1: Locating Heat Shield

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Unfasten nut.

Tightening torque 12 41 4AZ. See ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug And Nut

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Release screws and pull starter motor out of transmission mounting and remove.

Tightening torque 12 41 1AZ. See ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 3: Locating Screws On Transmission

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Installation:

Check starter pinion and ring gear for damage, replace damaged parts if necessary.