67 11 555 Removing and installing/replacing actuator drive for fuel filler flap

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove COVER HOUSING

Use a suitable tool to unlock the tabs (1) on the front and back.

Remove actuator drive (3) from cover pot (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Actuator Drive From Cover Pot

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Release the actuator drive (2) by simultaneously turning and pressing the locking pin (1).

Installation note:

Make sure the setting for the actuator drive (2) for the fuel filler flap is correct. It must be possible to lock or unlock the fuel filler flap completely.

Fig 2: Identifying Actuator Drive And Locking Pin

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