Release the cooling module if there is vibration at the steering wheel or seat rail (Cooper)

NOTE: A deformed cooling module could be the cause for vibrations and interference noises in the car when the engine is idling or during slow driving (up to 2 km/h).
An incorrectly installed cooling module could also be cause for vibrations and interference noises. This means the cooling module lies on the neighboring components.
Ensure that the individual components of the cooling module are installed correctly and ensure sufficient distance between the cooling module and the other components.

If the cooling module (1) is deformed:

the installation position of the cooling module may be too high or low
the installation position of the cooling module may be bent
the cooling module may be tilted backward or forward

If the cooling module is incorrectly installed, the cooling module may lie on other components and generate vibrations or interference noises - If the cooling module is correctly installed, the centering pin (1) juts out on the left and right by around 2 mm (2) from the rubber mount.

If the centering pin (1) juts out too far from the rubber mount, the cooling module is installed too high or aslant.

If the centering pin (1) fits too deep into the rubber mount, the cooling module is installed too low or aslant.

If the centering pin (1) fits aslant in the rubber mount, the cooling module is installed tilted backward.

Required preliminary work to release the cooling module:

Remove INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Remove INTAKE MANIFOLD .
Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION
Remove front BUMPER COVER .

If fitted: - Unscrew the screws (1) - Remove strut (2).

Release screws (1), right on the bottom cross connection.

Release screws (1), left on the bottom cross connection.

Release screws (1) from front axle support and adapter deformation element, right.

Release screws (1) from front axle support and adapter deformation element, left.

Align cooling module with a second person and release.

Ensure that the gasket (1) between the cooling module and bridge is not crushed.

Ensure that the holder for the cooling module does not lie on the deformation element.

Align cooling module with a second person in such a way that the centering pin (1) juts out on the left and right of the center by about 2 mm from the rubber mount. The cooling module must be held tight by the second person in the aligned position till all screws are tightened.

Replace right screws (1) on the cross connection and tighten - Tightening torque 17 10 9AZ .

Replace left screws (1) on the cross connection and tighten - Tightening torque 17 10 9AZ .

Tighten screws (1) on front axle support and adapter deformation element - Tightening torque 31 11 3AZ .

If the cooling module is still not in the correct installation position, slacken the bridge - Remove rubber mount (1) on the left and right.

Release clamp (1) and pull coolant hose (2) slightly forward - Lock clamp (1).

Carefully straighten refrigerant tank vent line (1) slightly on the curves (arrows). Or extend the coolant ventilation line (1) slightly.

Loosen screws (1).

Loosen screws (1) - Slacken bridge.

Ensure that the centering pin (1) lies in the center of the bridge.

Coat rubber mount (1) with lubricant (for installation aid see the applicable BMW Electronic Parts Catalog).

Install rubber mount (1) on the left and right.

Tighten screws (1), right on the bridge - Tightening torque 41 33 2AZ .

Tighten screws (1), left on the bridge - Tightening torque 41 33 2AZ .

If the cooling module is correctly installed, the centering pin (1) juts out on the left and right by around 2 mm (2) from the rubber mount.

Ensure that the refrigerant line (1) does not lie on the air duct (2), if required cut the air duct opening with appropriate tool (see graphic).

Mount strut (3) - Tighten screw (1) - Tighten down screws (2).

If fitted: - Mount strut (2) - Tighten down screws (1).

Ensure that there is enough distance between the strut and the cooling module.

Required follow-up work:

Install INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING
Install INTAKE MANIFOLD .
Install front UNDERBODY PROTECTION
Install front BUMPER COVER .