12 41 020 Removing and refitting/replacing starter motor (N47 D20 O 1 with SCR)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Switch off ignition.
• Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
• Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
• Remove rear UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
• All-wheel drive vehicles only: 

  Remove REINFORCEMENT PLATE .

Release screws (1).

Remove connecting link (2).

Release cable from cable retainer.

Release screws (1).

Remove cable clip (2).

Partially detach sound insulation on the bottom.

Release nut (1) and remove cable.

Tightening torque: 12 52 1AZ .

Release nut (2) and remove the positive battery cable.

Tightening torque: 12 52 3AZ .

Release cable at clamp (3) from starter motor.

Release screws (1), (2) and (3).

Remove starter motor.

Installation note: 

Observe screwing sequence. 

Position and secure starter motor. Tighten down screws (1) and (2). Tighten down support screw (3).

Tightening torque: 12 41 1AZ .

Installation note: 

Check starter pinion and ring gear for damage.

Replace damaged starter motor.

Assemble engine.

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

• Use BMW diagnosis system to reset the starter counter.