51 23 400 Removing and installing/replacing left or right actuator (active pedestrian protection) (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)

WARNING: Adhere to the following SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS so as to avoid a injury hazard by the actuator.
The BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD must be clamped off prior to work on the actuator or engine compartment lid!
Do not exert any force on the actuator.
Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the actuator and thereby cause serious injury.

Necessary preliminary work

DISCONNECT cable from battery earth lead
Remove windshield panel cover. Refer to REMOVING AND ATTACHING/REPLACING WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER (FRONT) .

Removal

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release bolt (2) and remove actuator (3).

Comply with notes regarding handling active.

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Installation

Install actuator (3) and tighten bolt (2).

Tightening torque 41 61 3AZ .

Connect the connector (1).

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Required follow-up work:

Connect BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
Installing WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER .