64 11 869 Removing and installing/replacing actuator drive for ventilation/stratification flap (automatic air conditioning)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM AT BOTTOM LEFT

Release screws (1).

Pull out actuator drive for defroster flap (2).

Unlock plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Actuator Drive For Defroster With Plug Connection And Mounting 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 air conditioning function
Flap motors
Re-address flap motors