64 11 868 Removing and installing/replacing actuator drive for defrosting flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY .
Remove FRONT SPEAKER CARRIER .

Position of actuator drive:

OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER

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 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