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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WARNING: Risk of scalding! Only perform this repair work after
engine has cooled down!
Necessary preliminary work
Remove ACOUSTIC COVER
Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION.
Remove FAN COWL.
Drain coolant for charge air cooler.
Release clamp (1).
Tightening torque 13 71 8AZ.
Release clamp (2).
NOTE: Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.
The following repair represents the procedure for an already expanded cavity
bulkhead.
The cavity bulkhead remains on the body in this instance.
Before these work steps, prepare the new part so that it is ready to install
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