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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Automatic Soft Close
The Automatic Soft Close function is an autonomous function. The only
connection to the car's electrical
system is Terminal 30 basic mode (Terminal 30B) and the ground connection. The
Automatic Soft Close
function is operational as of "Terminal 30B ON".
Circuit Diagram for an
Necessary preliminary work
Remove intake duct for air filter housing.
Release screws (1) and (2).
Remove washers.
Tightening torque 32 41 1AZ/2AZ
Remove fluid reservoir by pulling upwards.
Fig. 161: Identifying Washer Screws
NOTE: Raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better acces