Starter. Removing And Installing (6-Cylinder Engine) - BMW 5251 Service Manual

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Battery, Starter, Alternator
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Check for battery voltage at terminal 50 of starter motor with
key in start position. If voltage is not present, check wiring be-
tween ignition switch and starter terminal. Check the EWS
system and other inputs that disrupt terminal 56 to the start-
er. See ELE Electrical Wiring Diagrams. If voltage is
present and no other visible wiring faults can be found, prob-
lem is most likely in starter motor.
Starter, removing and installing
(6-cylinder engine)
The starter is removed from below. Access to starter bolts is
difficult. Be sure to have the proper tools on hand before pro-
ceeding.
NOTE-
Access to the starter wiring is very limited. Forbetteraccess,
it may be necessary to remove the intake manifold.
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Disconnect negative (-) battery cable.
CAUTIOI\C
Prior to disconnecting the battern read the baltery discon-
nection cautions in OOlGeneral Cautions and Warnings.
Remove complete air filter hous~ng:
Loosen intake duct hose clamp (A) at throttle assembly.
Loosen clamp and remove idle control hose from intake
duct
(B)
and disconnect idle speed control valve electrical
harness connector.
Disconnect electrical harness connector (C) from mass air
flow sensor.
Remove air filter housing mounting screw (D)
Disconnect vent tube (E).
Loosen air intake duct clamp (F).
Carefully lift air filter housing out of engine bay.
Disconnect throttle cable.
Raise vehicle and support safely.
WARNING-
Make sure the car is stable and well supported at all times.
Use a professional automotive lift orjack stands designed for
the purpose. A floorjaclc is not adequate support
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Working underneath car, remove engine splash shield
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Disconnect fuel lines and harness connectors from retaining
brackets, as necessary.