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Radiator Cooling Fan: Service and Repair




17 11 035 - Removing and installing/replacing fan cowl with electric fan (N51)





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Read out fault memory of DME control unit

- Switch off ignition

- Remove intake duct

- Automatic only:

Remove underbody protection Removing and Installing/Replacing Rear Underbody Protection





Automatic only:
Release screw.
Detach cooler (1) for automatic transmission from fan cowl (2).





Unlock hose (1) and detach.
Release nut and remove bracket (2) for remove bracket for muffler.





Release, unlock and disconnect plug connection (1) in direction of arrow from fan cowl.
Detach cable strap (2) from fan cowl.
Release screw.

Installation:
Make sure cable guide (3) is installed in correct position between fan cowl and radiator.





Unlock plug (1) and remove.
Unclip line (2) from fan cowl.
Unlock catch in direction of arrow.
Remove fan cowl towards top.






Installation:
Make sure fan cowl (1) and bracket (2) are in correct installation position.





Note:
Check stored fault messages.
Now clear the fault memory.