17 11 046 Removing and Installing/Replacing Module Carrier (N52K)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove fan cowl with electric fan. See 17 11 035 Removing and Installing/Replacing Fan Cowl With Electric Fan (N52K)
Draining coolant. See 17 00 005 Draining and Adding Coolant In Radiator (N52K)
Remove coolant radiator. See 17 11 000 Removing and Installing Radiator (N52K)
Draw off fluid from power steering

Installation:

Bleed power steering unit. See 32 13 006 BLEEDING POWER STEERING UNIT

Unlock hydraulic lines on cooling loop and disconnect
Secure A/C condenser against damage and against falling down.

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.

Remove module carrier (1) towards bottom.

When replacing module carrier:

Convert power steering cooling loop. See 17 11 370 Removing and Installing/Replacing Power Steering Cooling Coil (N62TU/N52K/M57T2) .

Add final details to vehicle.

Check system for leaks.