64 11 865 Replacing actuator drive for recirculated air flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unlock plug connection (1) on automatic air recirculation control sensor (2) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Automatic Air Recirculation Control Sensor Plug Connection

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Release screws (1) on blower housing cover (2).

Lift out blower housing cover.

Fig 2: Identifying Blower Housing Cover Screws

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Release screws (1).

Unclip relay lever (2) with a suitable tool.

Remove actuator drive (3).

Unlock plug connection (4) and disconnect.

Fig 3: Identifying Relay Lever, Actuator Drive, Plug Connection And Screws

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Replacement:

Servomotors must be readdressed in the event of replacement!

Addressing can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system.

Service functions:

Body
Heating and air conditioning function
Flap motors
Readdress flap motors