Removing and installing or replacing flat motor for front left or right power window regulator (330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove the front door SOUND INSULATION .

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release nuts (2) and screw (4).

Tightening torque 51 33 2AZ .

Detach cable in area (5).

Feed out flat motor (3).

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 33 1AZ .

Remove flat motor (2).

Replacement:

Remount support (3).

NOTE: Diagram similar.

Installation note:

Make sure drive shaft (2) is correctly seated in mounting (1) at power window regulator (3)!

Ensure that the flat motor (2) is assembled without tension.

After installation:

An initialization must be carried out in order to activate anti-trap mechanism.

Read and comply with NOTES on initialization of power window regulator.