11 36 655 Removing and installing/replacing both actuators (230i and 230i xDrive coupe/convertible)

Special tools required: 

• 2 360 895 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Refer to REMOVING SOUND INSULATION OF UPPER CENTRAL FIREWALL .
• Refer to REMOVING ACOUSTIC COVER AT REAR .

Removal: 

Release screws (1).

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove engine FIREWALL (2).

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Release screws (1).

Remove partition wall (2) attachment.

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Unlock both connectors (1) and disconnect.

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Position special tool 2 360 895  correctly.

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Turn the actuator inlet (1) using special tool 2 360 895  through approx. 50° in direction of arrow then remove.

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Turn the actuator outlet (1) using special tool 2 360 895  through approx. 50° in direction of arrow then remove.

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Installation: 

Position special tool 2 360 895  correctly.

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Position the actuator outlet (1) and turn using special tool 2 360 895  in direction of arrow until the limit position rests against the clamp.

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Position the actuator inlet (1) and turn using special tool 2 360 895  in direction of arrow until the limit position rests against the clamp.

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Connect both connectors (1).

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Position partition wall (2) attachment.

Tighten down screws (1).

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Position engine firewall (2).

Tighten down nuts (1).

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Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 61 21AZ .

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Required follow-up work: 

• Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER, REAR .
• Refer to INSTALLING SOUND INSULATION OF UPPER CENTRAL BULKHEAD .
• Check engine function and check for leak tightness. Refer to CHECKING CYLINDER HEAD FOR WATERTIGHTNESS