64 11 868 Removing and installing/replacing servodrive for defrosting flap (right)

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IMPORTANT: Servomotors must be re-addressed in the event of replacement!
Addressing can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system.
Service functions:

Body
Heating and A/C function
Flap motors
Re-address flap motors

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove glovebox with housing . See 51 16 366 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RIGHT GLOVEBOX WITH HOUSING .

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, the following graphics show the heater/air conditioner removed.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2).

Remove servodrive at side.

Installation:

Do not twist teeth of servodrive.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screw

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