64 11 839 Replacing actuator drive of footwell flap

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Remove and install housing for glovebox and cover on equipment carrier at bottom, refer to 51 45 031 REPLACING INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM .

Remove and install airbag module on passenger side, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .

Unhook adjusting lever (1).

Fig 1: Unhooking Adjusting Lever

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Disconnect plug connection (1). Unlock actuator drive (2) and feed out towards rear.

Fig 2: Unlocking Actuator Drive

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Installation:

If necessary, align shaft for footwell flap and drive. See Fig 3.

Fig 3: Aligning Shaft For Footwell Flap & Drive
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