17 11 035 Removing and installing/replacing fan cowl with electric fan (N55) (X6 xDrive 35i, X6 sDrive 35i)

Necessary preliminary work:

Unclip Bowden cable for engine compartment lid operation from transverse reinforcement.

Release screws (1). Replace screws.

Tightening torque 17 10 5AZ .

Remove transverse reinforcement (2).

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Release air conditioning lines (1) from fan cowl.

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Unlock connector (1) and remove.

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Pull pressure pipe (1) out of bracket (2).

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Press lock (1).

Raise fan cowl (2) until holder (3) can be folded into center of vehicle.

NOTE: For reasons of clarity, graphic and text show coolant hose removed.
Do not raise fan cowl by fan wheel.

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Press lock (1).

Feed out fan cowl (2) towards top and remove.

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Installation note:

Insert retaining tab (1) at bottom on module carrier.

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NOTE: Check stored fault messages.
Reassemble the vehicle.
Clear diagnostic fault entries from fault memory.