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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM ON SIDE PANEL ON RIGHT .
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Slacken screws (2) and feed actuator drive for tank filler flap (3) towards rear out of retaining plate.

Remove actuator drive for tank filler flap (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Actuator Drive For Tank Filler Flap

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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 2: Pulling Out Of Cover Housing

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Installation:

Slide sleeve (1) over tank filler flap locking pin (2).

Make sure sleeve (1) is correctly engaged in cover housing (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Filler Flap Locking Pin, Sleeve And Cover Housing

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Replacement:

Release screws (1).

Unclip tank filler flap Bowden cable (2) in direction of arrow from actuator drive for tank filler flap (3).

Remove actuator drive for tank filler flap (3) from retaining mount (4).

Installation:

Make sure clamp (5) is installed in correct position.

Carry out adjustment of actuator drive for tank filler flap (3) via elongated holes (6). It must be possible to lock or unlock the fuel filler flap completely.

Fig 4: Unclipping Tank Filler Flap Bowden Cable

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