BMW 7 Series: Front Lid
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The AFGS system consists of the following components:
Satellites (control unit + sensor)
Sensors, inside, bumper trim, left/middle/right
ACSM control unit (Crash Safety Module)
Cables and c
IMPORTANT: The BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD must be clamped off on vehicles with
AFGS
active pedestrian protection!
Do not damage adjoining body components!
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitte
Necessary preliminary tasks
REMOVE ACTUATOR
Check actuator for damage.
ACTUATOR CHART
Fig. 411: Checking Actuator
CHECK HINGE FOR ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID
Necessary preliminary tasks
REMOVE HINGE
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IMPORTANT: Both trailing links must always be replaced!
Necessary preliminary work
Remove FRONT ASSEMBLY UNDERSIDE PROTECTION.
Release screws (1).
Remove front wheel arch cover (2) from bumper trim.
Installation note:
Make sure wheel arch cover is correctly positioned.
Fig. 35: Identifying Fro
Wiper/washer System Emergency Operating Functions
Emergency Operation in the Event of the Steering Column Switch Cluster
Failing
The wipers can no longer be operated in the event of the steering column
switch cluster failing or a break in the
bus connection.
The junction box electronics switch to