67 11 555 Removing and installing/replacing servodrive for tank filler flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

E72 Only: Disconnect BOTH BATTERY EARTH CABLES
Disconnect battery negative lead
Open flap in luggage compartment panel on right

Release screws (1).

Disengage emergency release mechanism (3).

Remove distribution board (2) and place to one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Emergency Release Mechanism, Distribution Board And Screws

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Release nuts (1) and feed out holder (2) towards rear.

Disconnect plug connection (3) and remove servodrive complete with holder (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Servodrive, Plug Connection, Holder And Mounting Nuts

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Installation:

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 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: Disconnecting Locking Pin From Tank Filler Flap

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