Necessary preliminary tasks:
Release nut (1) and remove cable.
Release nut (2) and remove the positive battery cable.
Release cable at clamp (3) from starter motor.
Release screws (1), (2) and (3).
Remove starter motor.
Installation note:
Observe screwing sequence.
Position and secure starter motor. Tighten down screws (1) and (2). Tighten down support screw (3).
Installation note:
Check starter pinion and ring gear for damage.
Replace damaged starter motor.
Assemble engine.
Only during starter replacement and on vehicles with MSA (automatic engine start-stop function):
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Front axle repair instructions: Safety information for working on vehicles with automatic engine start-stop
function (msa)
WARNING:
If the engine hood/bonnet contact is pulled upwards (workshop mode), the
information "switch closed" is output. The automatic engine start-stop function
is active.
An automatic engine start is possible.
Observe safety precautions when working on MSA vehicles.
Before carrying out ...