17 11 046 Removing and installing / replacing module carrier

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove coolant cooler
If necessary, slacken power steering cooling coil; refer to Removing power steering cooling coil
If necessary, slacken A/C condenser and secure against damage and against falling down. Refer to 64 53 551 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CONDENSER FOR A/C SYSTEM .

Release damping pieces.

Fig 1: Releasing Damping Pieces

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Press lock (1) and remove holder (2) downwards.

Illustration shows the left holder: The same procedure applies to the opposite side.

Installation:

Rubber mounts fall out easily, ensure correct installation position.

Fig 2: Identifying Lock And Holder

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Remove module carrier (1) individually towards bottom.

Fig 3: Identifying Module Carrier

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When replacing module carrier:

Convert power steering cooling loop.