12 41 020 Removing and installing/replacing starter (N63)

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Switch off ignition.
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Remove right ENGINE SUPPORT ARM .

Unlock connector (1) and remove.

Slacken nut (2).

Tightening torque 12 42 2AZ .

Detach starter positive cable.

Fig 1: Identifying Connector And Nut

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 12 41 1AZ .

Disengage cable (2) from holder.

Pull out starter in direction of travel, feed out and remove.

Installation note:

When replacing the starter, convert cable holder for cable (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Cable

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Installation note:

Check starter pinion and starter ring gear for damage. If necessary, replace damaged components.

Reassemble the vehicle.

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

Use BMW diagnosis system to reset the starter counter.