64 11 806 Removing and installing/replacing servodrive for fresh-/recirculated-air flap

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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 RIGHT GLOVEBOX WITH HOUSING

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2).

Detach servodrive for fresh-/recirculated-air flap (3) in direction of arrow from heater/air conditioner.

Fig 1: Identifying Air Flap And Plug Connection With Screws

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Installation:

Place servodrive for fresh-/recirculatedair flap (3) exactly on associated gear teeth.