64 11 806 Removing and installing/replacing actuator drive for fresh/recirculated air flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING CONTROL UNIT

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, illustration shows removed heating and air-conditioning unit.

Release screws (1).

Pull off actuator drive (2).

Unlock plug connection (4) and disconnect.

Installation note:

Make sure actuator drive (2) is correctly seated in guide (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Actuator Drive, Guide And Plug Connections

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IMPORTANT: 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