12 41 020 Removing and installing/replacing starter motor (N62)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery, refer to 12 00... Instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery .
Disconnect battery negative lead and cover
Remove reinforcement plate, tightening torque, 56 Nm
E60/E63/64/E65/E66 only: Remove right exhaust manifold, refer to 18 40 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT EXHAUST MANIFOLD (N62)

Release screw and nut.

Fig 1: Removing Heat Shield

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Remove heat shield (1).

Unfasten nut.

Fig 2: Removing Plug

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Tightening torque, 12 41 4AZ. Refer to ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release screws and pull release out of transmission mounting and remove.

Fig 3: Removing Release From Transmission Mount

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

Installation:

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