Disconnect leads (1).
Remove securing screws (2).
Remove flange (3).
Remove solenoid switch (4) after taking out the retaining screws (5).
Remove release lever (6) and spring (7) from solenoid switch (8).
Fit a socket of correct size, tap it lightly to back off the bush and remove the retaining ring (9).
Remove the starter gear (10) from the shaft.
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
Coat the Bendix gear and pull-in ring with grease.
Lubricant: Bosch PZ 2 V 3 silicone grease or equivalent
Replacing carbon brushes
Disconnect leads (1).
Remove cover (11).
Remove holder (12) for carbon brushes.
Lift up retaining springs (13) and remove carbon brushes (14).
Install carbon brushes with retaining plate.
Slide short lead (15) on to threaded pin.
Install cover (11).
Connect lead (1).
Checking starter motor
Test with BMW MoDiTeC.
Checking starter relay
Test with BMW MoDiTeC.