17 11 035 Removing and installing/replacing fan cowl with electric fan (N62, N62TU)

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Read out fault memory of DME control unit.
Switch off ignition.
Remove radiator cover. Refer to REMOVING RADIATOR COVER .

Unlock plug (1) on AUC sensor and disconnect.

Unlock plug (2) and remove.

NOTE: Modify AUC sensor when replacing fan cowl.

Fig 1: Locating Plug On AUC Sensor

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Raise fan cowl (1) approx. 3 cm.

Fig 2: Aligning 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.

Fig 3: Identifying Left Retaining Tab On Cowl

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Remove fan cowl (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Removing Fan Cowl

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Check stored fault messages.

Clear DME fault memory.