67 11 555 Removing and installing/replacing servodrive for tank filler flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove COVER HOUSING

Release screws (1) on drive holder (2).

Installation:

Make sure servodrive for fuel filler flap is correctly adjusted. It must be possible to lock or unlock the tank filler flap completely.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws On Drive Holder

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IMPORTANT: Locking pin (2) must not be damaged.

Detach emergency actuation pull strap (1) on servodrive for tank filler flap.

Unlock plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Identifying Emergency Actuation Pull Strap With Locking Pin And Plug Connection

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Feed emergency actuation pull strap (1) out of lug (2).

Feed out servodrive (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Servodrive With Emergency Actuation Pull Strap

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