17 11 063 Removing and installing/replacing both radiator brackets (N54, N52, N52K, N51, N53)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Condenser
Remove Cooling Loop For Power Steering

NOTE: The texts and illustrations below refers to removal/installation procedures for the left side. The procedures is identical for the right side.

Release bolt.

For tightening torque refer to 17 11 1AZ in 17 11 RADIATOR AND MOUNTING PARTS .

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Bracket Bolt

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Remove holder (1).

Fig 2: Removing Radiator Bracket Holder

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