64 11 868 Removing and installing/replacing actuator drive for defrosting flap

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CENTRAL INFORMATION DISPLAY BACK COVER
Remove FRONT MID-RANGE SPEAKER

Position of actuator drive:

OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Release screws (1).

Remove actuator drive (3) and unlock and disconnect plug connection (2).

Fig 1: Identifying 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