17 40 015 Removing and installing/replacing engine compartment fan (I01)

WARNING: High-voltage system - danger to life
Compliance with the following points is mandatory before beginning work:

Necessary preliminary work:

Release screws (1).

Remove soundproofing (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Compartment Fan Screws And Soundproofing

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Unlock and pull off connector (1) for fan.

Unlock and pull off connector (2) at temperature sensor and unclip cable from fan cowl.

Release screw (3).

Tightening torque 17 42 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Screw, Fan And Temperature Sensor Connector

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 17 42 2AZ .

Remove fan for engine compartment (2).

NOTE: On replacement of fan, remount TEMPERATURE SENSOR .

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Compartment Fan And Screws

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