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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2004320I (E46) (CANADA) L6-2.2L M54REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTCOOLING SYSTEMFAN SHROUDSERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 BMW 320i (E46) (CANADA) L6-2.2L M54
Fan Shroud: Service and Repair
2004 BMW 320i (E46) (CANADA) L6-2.2L M54SECTION Service and Repair
Replacing Fan Cowl (M54/M56)
Turn off ignition.
Lever out expansion rivets.
Remove intake hood (1).
Remove both hoses (1) from holders.
Lever out expansion rivets (2).
Lever out expansion rivet (1).
Remove secondary air cleaner housing (2) from fan cowl.
Detach plug (1) from AUC sensor.
Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.
Lever out expansion rivet (1).
Release screw (2).
Lift out fan cowl.
Replacing Fan Cowl With Automatic Transmission (M54/M56)
Lever out expansion rivets and remove intake hood (1).
Remove fan impeller with fan clutch from water pump.
M52TU only: Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
M54/M56 only:
Detach plug (1) from AUC sensor.
Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.
Release screw (1).
Lever out expansion rivet (1).
Gently press fan cowl in middle at top towards rear and unhook guide lug.
Lift out fan cowl and fan impeller together.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.