Radiator Cooling Fan: Service and Repair

17 11 035 - Removing and installing/replacing fan cowl with electric fan (S65)





Important!
Risk of short circuits!
When removing fan cowl, protect plug and housing against moisture; dry with compressed air if necessary.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Read out fault memory of DDE control unit; if necessary, work through test schedules
- Switch off ignition
- Remove front underbody protection Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Underbody Protection
- Remove intake duct
- Unclip coolant lines from fan cowl.





Unlock connector and remove.

Important!
Risk of short circuits!
When removing fan cowl, protect plug and housing against moisture; dry with compressed air if necessary.





Release retaining screw (1) for fan cowl.
Unclip cable.
Unclip vent lines.
Turn lower hose holder through 90°.
Remove fan cowl (2) towards top.






Installation Note:
When installing fan cowl, make sure guide tabs are correctly positioned.

Add final details to vehicle.

Clear DME fault memory.