12 41 020 Removing and installing/replacing starter motor (N47 D16/20 K/U/O/T 1)

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Switch off ignition.
• Clamp off BATTERY EARTH LEAD .
• Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
• Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
• All-wheel drive vehicles only: 

  Remove reinforcement plate.

Release screws (1).

Remove connecting piece (2).

Release screws (1).

Remove holder (2).

Partially detach sound insulation on the bottom.

Release nut (1) and remove cable.

Tightening torque: 12 52 1AZ .

Release nut (2) and remove the positive battery cable.

Tightening torque: 12 52 3AZ .

Release cable at clamp (3) from starter motor.

Release screws (1), (2) and (3).

Remove starter motor.

Installation note: 

Observe screwing sequence. 

Position and secure starter motor. Tighten down screws (1) and (2). Tighten screw (3).

Tightening torque: 12 41 1AZ .

Installation note: 

Check starter pinion and ring gear for damage.

Replace damaged starter motor.

Assemble engine.

Only during starter replacement and on vehicles with MSA (automatic engine start-stop function): 

• Reset start counter using BMW diagnosis system.