64 11 840 Replacing actuator drive for left footwell flap

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 21 other vehicles, including the 2017 BMW 550i GT xDrive, 2017 BMW 535i GT xDrive, 2017 BMW 535i GT, 2016 BMW 550i GT xDrive, and 2016 BMW 535i GT xDrive. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM

Position of actuator drive:

OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATING AND AIR-CONDITIONING UNIT

Release screws (1) and remove grounding cable.

Installation note:

Replace screws (1).

Take off holder (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Holder Screws

G06886198

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unclip connector piece (1) and slide downwards.

Installation note:

Latching of connector piece (1) must be felt.

Fig 2: Removing Connector Piece

G06886199

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1).

Feed out left footwell air outlet duct (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Air Outlet Duct Screws

G06886200

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1).

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

Fig 4: Identifying Servomotor, Plug Connection And Screws

G06886205

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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