17 11 035 Removing And Installing/Replacing Fan Cowl With Electric Fan (N62 / N62TU, M57TU, M67TU)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Switch off ignition
N62TU only: Remove fresh air duct
Removing radiator cover
If necessary, unclip vent line from bracket

Unlock and disconnect plugs (1) (AUC sensor is not necessarily fitted).

Raise fan cowl (2) approx. 3 cm.

NOTE:

Illustration shows N52.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug And Fan Cowl

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NOTE:

For purposes of clarity, this work step is shown on the fan cowl after it has been removed.

Fold in left retaining tab (1) in direction of arrow.

Remove fan cowl towards top.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Tab And Fan Cowl

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NOTE:

Check stored fault messages.

Now clear the fault memory.