63 11 840 Replacing left LED fan left (outer)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

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Ease adjusting pin (1) up out of adjusting element and remove.

Release screws (2) and remove protective cap (3).

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Fig 1: Identifying Adjusting Pin, Protective Cap, And Screws

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Installation note:

Retaining tabs on protective cap (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Gasket (2) must not be damaged and must be installed free from grease.

Fig 2: Identifying Protective Cap Gasket And Retaining Tabs

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Unlock and remove cable clip (1) with long-nose pliers.

Lay cable (2) downwards.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable And Cable Clip

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2) and remove fan (3).

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Fig 4: Identifying Fan, Connector, And Screws

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