64 11 822 Replacing actuator drive for left rear cabin blending flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM

Position of actuator drive:

OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER

Release screws (1) and remove grounding cable.

Installation:

Replace screws (1).

Take off holder (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Holder Screws

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Unclip connector piece (1) and slide downwards.

Installation:

Latching of connector piece (1) must be felt.

Fig 2: Removing Connector Piece

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Release screws (1).

Feed out air outlet duct (2)

Installation:

Ensure correct cable routing air outlet duct (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Air Outlet Duct Screws

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Release screws (1).

Remove servomotor (2) and unlock and disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Servomotor, Plug Connection And Screws

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Replacement:

Servomotors must be re-addressed in the event of replacement!

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

Service functions:

Body
Heating and A/C function
Flap motors
Re-address flap motors