BMW 7 Series: Replacing Actuator Drive For Right Footwell Flap
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM
Position of actuator drive:
OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER
Release screws (1).
Take off holder (2).
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Fig. 73: Identifying Holder And Screws
Unclip connector piece (1) and slide downwards.
Latching of connector piece (1) must be felt.
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Fig. 74: Unclipping Connector Piece
Release screws (1).
Feed out right footwell air outlet duct (2).
If necessary, disconnect plug connections at actuators.
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Fig. 75: Identifying Right Footwell Air Outlet Duct And Screws
Release screws (1).
Remove servomotor (2) and unlock and disconnect plug connection (3).
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Fig. 76: Identifying Servomotor, Plug Connection And Screws
Replacement
Servomotors must be re-addressed in the event of replacement! Addressing can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system.
Service functions:
- Body
- Heating and A/C function
- Flap motors
- Re-address flap motors
REPLACING ACTUATOR DRIVE FOR RIGHT REAR CABIN AIR BLENDING FLAP
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM
Position of actuator drive:
OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER
Release screws (1).
Installation:
Replace screws.
Take off holder (2).
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Fig. 77: Identifying Holder And Screws
Unclip connector piece (1) and slide downwards.
Installation:
Latching of connector piece (1) must be felt.
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Fig. 78: Unclipping Connector Piece
Release screws (1).
Remove air vent duct (2).
Installation:
Ensure cable routing along air vent duct (2) is correct
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Fig. 79: Identifying Air Vent Duct And Screws
Release screws (1).
Remove actuator drive (2) and unlock and disconnect associated plug connection.
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Fig. 80: Identifying Actuator Drive And Screws
Replacement
Servomotors must be re-addressed in the event of replacement! Addressing can only be carried out with the BMW diagnosis system.
Service functions:
- Body
- Heating and A/C function
- Flap motors
- Re-address flap motors
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Replacing Actuator Drive For Right Rear Cabin Footwell Flap (High
A/C System)
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom right.
Position of actuator drive:
OVERVIEW OF ACTUATOR DRIVES ON HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER
Release screws (1).
Installation:
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Replacing Controller For Heating And A/C System Fan
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove FAN HOUSING FOR HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER
Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.
Release screws (3).
Remove controller (2) towards top.
Fig. 89: Identifying
Replacing Interior Temperature Sensor Blower (A/C Control Panel)
Necessary preliminary work
Remove RADIO AND IHKA CONTROLS
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 61 31 2AZ.
NOTE: Use special tool 00 9 450 to tighten screws.
Remove fan (2) from IHKA controls (3).
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BMW Remote Software
Upgrade- Search for and download of an
upgrade
General information
There are various options to search for and
download an upgrade:
Automatic.
Via iDrive.
Via BMW Connected app.
Automatic download
The available data for Remote Software Upgrade
is automatically loaded into the vehicle. The
download does not require an approval.
Via iDrive
Fuel De-Aeration
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PRESSURE SWITCH FOR NATURAL
VACUUM LEAK DETECTION (NVLD)
Necessary preliminary work:
Remove CARBON CANISTER.
Remove DUST FILTER.
Unlock and disconnect snap fastener (1).
Unfasten screws (2).
Pull off pressure switch (3) in direction of arrow.
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