17 11 035 Removing And Installing/Replacing Fan Cowl With Electric Fan (N62, N62TU)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
Remove RADIATOR COVER

Unlock plug (1) on AUC sensor and disconnect.

Unlock connector (2) and remove.

NOTE:

Modify AUC sensor when replacing fan cowl.

Fig 1: Identifying AUC Sensor Plug And Connector

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Raise fan cowl (1) approx. 3 cm.

Fig 2: Identifying Fan Cowl

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NOTE:

For purposes of clarity, this work step is shown on the fan cowl after it has been removed.

Fold in left retaining tab (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Tab And Fan Cowl

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Remove fan cowl (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Identifying Fan Cowl

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Clear DME fault memory.