Necessary preliminary tasks

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Read out fault memory of DME control unit
Turn off ignition
Remove CROSS-MEMBER
Remove intake duct on left and right
Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION

Detach coolant hose from fan cowl at retainer (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Hose Retainer

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Unlock and disconnect plug (1) on fan cowl.

Release screw (2) on holder for coolant hoses.

Tightening torque 17 10 5AZ .

Detach coolant hoses with holder from fan cowl.

Fig 2: Detaching Coolant Hoses From Fan Cowl

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 17 10 3AZ .

Detach transmission oil cooler upwards from fan cowl.

Fig 3: Identifying Transmission Oil Cooler Retainer With Mounting Screws

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Unclip fan cowl (1) at retainers (2) on left and right, feed out in upward direction and remove.

Fig 4: Removing Fan Cowl In Upward Direction

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Installation:

Insert retaining tab (1) at bottom on module carrier.

Fig 5: Identifying Fan Cowl Plug

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NOTE: Check stored fault message.
Reassemble the vehicle.
Clear fault memory.