64 11 831 Replacing actuator drive for outer right ventilation flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM .

Position of actuator drive:

OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATING AND AIR-CONDITIONING UNIT .

Release screws (1).

Remove actuator drive (2) and unlock and disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Actuator Drive, Plug Connection And Screws

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Replacement:

Servomotors must be readdressed in the event of replacement!

Addressing can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system.

Service functions:

Body
Heating and air conditioning function
Flap motors
Readdress flap motors