17 11 035 Removing and installing/replacing fan cowl with electric fan (N52K, N54)

Necessary preliminary tasks 

• Read out fault memory of DME control unit
• Turn off ignition
• Remove CROSS-MEMBER
• Only automatic transmission and twin-clutch gearbox: 

RELEASE TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER  from the fan cowl do not remove

Unclip coolant line (1) from fan cowl.

Unlock and disconnect plug (2) on fan cowl on right.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Line And Plug

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Release screw (1) on fan cowl.

Tightening torque 17 10 1AZ .

Release lock (2) and remove fan cowl (3) towards top.

Fig 2: Removing Fan Cowl Towards Top

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Installation: 

Insert retaining tabs (1) at bottom on radiator/intercooler.

Fig 3: Identifying Fan Cowl Plug

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