17 40 000 Removing and installing/replacing complete auxiliary fan (M62, M54, M57)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5 and 2002 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove front bumper completely. Refer to 51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER .
Remove carrier on front bumper. Refer to 51 11 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING MEMBER (CROSS-MEMBER) FOR FRONT BUMPER TRIM .
Lever out expansion rivets (1).
Release screws (2).
Tightening torque, 13 71 3AZ.
NOTE:
Intake pipe is secured in intake hood by means of two locking lugs (1). Locking lugs are located under intake hood.
Press locking lugs (1) around circumference and remove intake hood.
Press locking lugs (1) around circumference and remove intake hood.
Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.
Release cable tie (1).
Release screws (2) on left and right.
Lever out expansion rivets (1).
Remove panels (2) and (3).
Remove auxiliary fan completely with cowl towards bottom.
Installation:
Attach cowl of auxiliary fan to holders (1) on left and right.
Open locks.
Remove protective grill (1).
Release screws (1).
Remove fan impeller (2) from cowl (3).