61 36 605 Removing and installing/replacing relay for fan control

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Clamp off BATTERY LEAD FROM NEGATIVE CONNECTION POINT 

Turn locks (1) 90° counterclockwise.

Unlock catch (3).

Remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Locks, Catch And Cover

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Release latch mechanism (arrow) and pull relay carrier (1) up and out of power distribution box (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Relay Carrier, Latch Mechanism, Positive Wire, And Flat Positive Terminal Wire

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Release latch mechanism (1) from relay carrier (2) and pull relay (3) off of relay carrier (2).

Installation note: 

Ensure that relay carrier (2) and relay (3) are properly engaged.

Fig 3: Pulling Relay Off Of Relay Carrier

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For hot-climate version: 

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release nuts (2) and attach cable to the side.

Tightening torque 61 21 1AZ .

Loosen screws on relay (3) and remove relay.

Tightening torque 61 36 1AZ .

Installation note: 

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection, Relay And Nuts

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Ensure that cable (2) and relay (3) are screwed on properly.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove COWL PANEL COVER
• Clamp off BATTERY LEAD FROM NEGATIVE CONNECTION POINT 

Release screws (1).

Remove attachment part of partition wall (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Partition Wall And Screws

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Release latch mechanism (1) and pull off intake port (2) towards top.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanism And Intake Port

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Remove latch mechanism (1) from the relay carrier.

Pull off the relay (2) upwards from the relay carrier.

Fig 3: Identifying Latch Mechanism And Relay

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