17 11 031 Replacing fan cowl M52TU / M54 automatic with A/C system

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Lever out expansion rivets and remove intake hood (1).

Fig 1: Removing Intake Hood

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Remove fan impeller with fan clutch from water pump. See 11 52 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN CLUTCH (S52 / S54 / M52 / M52TU / M54 / M56)

Detach plug (1) from AUC sensor.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Release screw (1).

Fig 3: Releasing Screw

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Lever out expansion rivet (1).

Fig 4: Levering Out Expansion Rivet

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Gently press fan cowl in middle at top towards rear and unhook guide lug.

Lift out fan cowl and fan impeller together.

Fig 5: Lifting Out Fan Cowl And Fan Impeller

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