17 11 046 Removing and installing/replacing module carrier (N63)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove fan cowl
Remove radiator
Remove A/C condenser . See 64 53 551 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING CONDENSER FOR A/C SYSTEM .
Remove coolant cooler for intercooler
Remove cooling loop for power steering
Remove auxiliary coolant pump for intercooler

Release coolant hoses (1) from module carrier (2).

Unlock rubber mount (3).

Lift out module carrier (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Module Carrier, Rubber Mount And Coolant Hoses

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Add final details to vehicle.

Check system for leaks.