BMW 7 Series: Removing And Installing Or Replacing Fuel Pump
Recycling
Fuel escapes when fuel lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting vessel ready.
Catch and dispose of escaping fuel.
Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.
Undo screw (1) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 118: Removing Cover And Screw
Release screw (1).
Remove fuel pump (2) in direction indicated by arrow.
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Fig. 119: Removing Fuel Pump And Screw
IMPORTANT: Close lines with special tool 32 1 270 to prevent the emergence of media and dirt contamination.
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release hose clamps (2) and detach fuel hoses.
Pull retaining tabs (3) apart and remove fuel pump (4).
Installation note: Observe direction of flow of fuel pump (4).
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Fig. 120: Identifying Fuel Pump, Plug Connection And Hose Clamps
REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING MUFFLER/SILENCER
Necessary preliminary work
- Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
NOTE: Graphic similar.
Release screws (1).
Remove left underbody cover (2).
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Fig. 121: Identifying Left Underbody Cover And Screws
Undo screw (1).
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Fig. 122: Identifying Muffler/Silencer Screw
For purposes of clarity, picture shows component removed.
Release nut (1) and screw (2).
Remove muffler/silencer (3) in direction of arrow.
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Fig. 123: Removing Muffler/Silencer Nut And Screw
Replacement:
- Remove EXHAUST PIPE
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Removing And Installing/Replacing Exhaust Pipe
Necessary preliminary work
Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
NOTE: Graphic similar.
Release screws (1).
Remove lower left cover (2).
Fig. 124: Identifying Lower Left Cover Screws
Slacken nut (1).
Overview Of Heater - A/C System Components
Fig. 136: Overview Of Heater And A/C System Components
Condenser for air conditioner
Drier insert for air conditioner
Independent heater and attachment parts
Water valve
Heater - A/C system and
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System Components
Involved Components
The following components are involved in the wiper/washer system:
Control units
Steering column switch cluster
Central gateway module
Junction box electronics
Instrument cluster
Dynamic stability control
Rain/lights/solar/condensation sensor
Wiper switch on the
BMW Drive Recorder
Concept
The system stores brief video recordings of the
surrounding area of the vehicle, e.g., to document
traffic events.
Additionally, the following parameters are stored
for the trip:
Date.
Time.
Vehicle speed.
GPS coordinates.
General information
There are various ways for storing video re
