BMW 7 Series: Check Actuator
Necessary preliminary tasks
Check actuator for damage.
ACTUATOR CHART


Fig. 411: Checking Actuator
CHECK HINGE FOR ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID
Necessary preliminary tasks
- REMOVE HINGE FOR ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID
Open and close hinge (1).
Place hinge (1) on a level surface. Check holes (2) for parallelism with
surface.
HINGE CHART


Fig. 412: Checking Hinge Holes For Parallelism With Surface
CHECKING HOOD/BONNET LOCKS
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove hood/bonnet locks.
Check hood/bonnet locks for damage; replace if necessary.
HOOD/BONNET LOCKS CHART



Fig. 413: Identifying Hood/Bonnet Lock Retaining Tabs And Spring
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WARNING: Danger of injury!
Support engine compartment lid in fully opened position with suitable
apparatus.
IMPORTANT: These instructions only apply to vehicles without active
pedestrian protection !
IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body parts.
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment
options are not sufficient.
Read contents of BODY, GENERAL.
Observe GAP D
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General information
Follow the information regarding the connection
of mobile devices to the USB port in the section
on USB connections.
Additional information:
USB connections
In the center armrest
A USB port is located in the center armrest.
Properties:
USB port Type C.
For charging mobile
Notes
IMPORTANT: Release central bolts on adjuster only with special tool 11 9
890.
Risk of damage to timing drive.
If special tool 11 9 890 can not be fitted, it is necessary when releasing the
central bolt to grip the hexagon head of the respective camshaft.
(cylinder bank 1 to 4)
Necessary pre