17 11 031 Replacing fan cowl (M62/M54)

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M54 Only:

Lever out expansion rivets (1).

Remove intake hood (2).

Fig 1: Removing Expansion Rivets And Intake Hood

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M62, M54:

Remove fan impeller with fan clutch. Refer to 11 52 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FAN CLUTCH (S52/S54/M52/M52TU/M54/M56) .

Detach plug (1) from AUC sensor.

Unlock plug connection (2) and unclip cable.

Fig 2: Detaching Plug From AUC Sensor And Plug Connection

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Lever out expansion rivets (1).

Fig 3: Removing Expansion Rivets

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Remove fan cowl towards top.

Fig 4: Removing Fan Cowl

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Installation:

Attach lugs (1) to holders on radiator.

Fig 5: Attaching Lugs To Holders On Radiator

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