6711555 Removing and installing/replacing servodrive for tank filler flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TOP TRIM FROM TAIL PANEL
Partially remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM ON RIGHT

Feed out emergency actuation pull strap (1) in direction of arrow.

Fold acoustic insulation (2) forwards.

Fig 1: Feeding Out Emergency Actuation Pull Strap In Direction Of Arrow

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Slacken screws (2)

Feed servodrive for fuel filler flap (3) in direction of arrow out of retaining plate (4) and remove.

Installation:

Carry out adjustment of servodrive for tank filler flap (3) via both elongated holes. It must be possible to lock or unlock the fuel filler flap completely.

Fig 2: Feeding Servodrive For Fuel Filler Flap In Direction Of Arrow Out Of Retaining Plate

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Turn sleeve (1) with a suitable tool (e.g.: pointed pliers) approx. 45° in direction of arrow and pull out of cover housing (2).

Fig 3: Pulling Out Of Cover Housing

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Installation:

Slide sleeve (1) over locking pin (2).

Make sure sleeve (1) is correctly engaged in cover housing (3).

Fig 4: Sliding Sleeve Over Locking Pin

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Replacement:

Release screws (1).

Disengage emergency actuation pull strap (2) from retainer (5) and remove towards front.

If necessary, unclip locking pin (3) in direction of arrow from servodrive for tank filler flap (4).

Fig 5: Unclipping Locking Pin From Servodrive

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