Withdrawal
To remove the power window motor, the window must not be moved all the way down
1. Disconnect the negative cable (-) battery with the ignition off. The battery is located in the luggage compartment behind the cover on the right side. For BMW 316i, 318i, the battery is located in the engine compartment.
Disconnecting the battery clears the fault memory of some controls. If necessary, read the fault memory before disconnecting the battery. Refer to Section Troubleshooting. It is desirable to carry out work in the conditions of a service station.
2. Remove the door trim and front door cover, refer to the appropriate section. Note: The side airbag does not need to be removed.
3. Disconnect the connector -1-.
4. Turn out bolts of fastening -2-.
5. Rotate the motor a little (arrow illustration) and take it out.
Installation
6. Reinstall the electric motor and secure it with a torque of 5 Nm.
7. Connect the connector.
8. Install the door trim, refer to the appropriate section.
9. Connect the negative cable (-) battery. Set the clock.