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2006 Mini Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10)

Removing and Installing/Replacing Fan Cowl

2006 Mini Cooper Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L (W10)SECTION Removing and Installing/Replacing Fan Cowl



17 11 031 - Removing and installing/replacing fan cowl





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove fan cowl with electric fan Removing and Installing/Replacing Fan Cowl with Electric Fan





Important!
Make sure without fail that coolant hoses are correctly routed, risk of damage by sharp edges or abrasion.





Note:
Nut (1) for fan blade has a left-hand thread.

Unscrew nut (1).

Tightening torque 17 11 1AZ.





Undo screws (1) for fan motor and screws (2) for series resistor block.
Remove fan motor, series resistor block and fan shroud.

Installation:
Fit wiring loom correctly.
If fitted, do not remove metal tabs (balance weight) on fan wheel (imbalance).
Tightening torque 17 11 2AZ.
RENDER: 1.0x

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