12 41 020 Removing And Installing/Replacing Starter (M60, M62): Notes

Switch off ignition.

Follow instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery. See 12 00 Instructions For Disconnecting And Connecting Battery  .

Disconnect battery negative lead from battery.

Unscrew and remove splash guard.

Cars without primary catalytic converters only (M60/M62): 

Unscrew screw.

Press cable guide to one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Guide Screw

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Unfasten screws.

Remove shield plate.

Fig 2: Removing Shield Plate

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Cars with primary catalytic converters only (M62): 

Unclip battery positive lead (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove shield plate (3).

Fig 3: Removing Shield Plate (Cars With Primary Catalytic Converters Only - M62)

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Remove plug connection (1) of right oxygen sensor from retaining clip (2).

Remove retaining clip (2) from transmission.

Fig 4: Removing Retaining Clip From Transmission

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All cars (M60/M62): 

Unfasten connections on starter motor.

Tightening torque, see 12 41 4AZ in ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUE .

Fig 5: Identifying Connections On Starter Motor

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Unfasten screws.

Tightening torque, see 12 41 1AZ in ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUE .

Fig 6: Identifying Screws

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Remove starter motor from transmission mount.

Fig 7: Removing Starter Motor From Transmission Mount

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Remove starter motor.