Remove fan cowl

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components .
Scratches, surface damage .

Protect working area.
Handle tools and components carefully.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
When the engine is stopped after the completion of trip, it may be necessary to run the electric fan. In rare cases, operation of the electric fan can last up to 11 min. This protects the components. In this case, replacing the electric fan will not remedy the problem!

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE TOP RIGHT AND LEFT COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING UPPER CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE TENSION STRUT AT THE SHOCK TOWER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE REAR TOP CROSS CONNECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .

Precondition

Ignition is switched off.

Unlock the clamps (1) and release the coolant hose from the fan cowl.
Unlock and disconnect connector (2).
Unlock and disconnect connector (2).
Unlock the left and right locking mechanisms (arrows).
Slide out fan cowl (1) in arrow direction and remove.

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Unlock the clamps (1) and release the coolant hose at bottom from the fan cowl.

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Unlock locking mechanisms (1) on left and right.
Slide out fan cowl (2) in arrow direction and remove.

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