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Remove Fan and Radiator Cover

Model: BMW Serie 3 E91, E90, E92 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Radiator

This video shows how to remove the fan and the radiator cover. First, locate how to secure the nut that holds the fan; once you find a way, loosen it counterclockwise with your wrench. After loosening it, unscrew the fan by hand, also turning counterclockwise; locate the nuts on the sides that support the plastic radiator shroud and unscrew them. Finally, you can proceed to remove the cover by simply pulling it outward, but be careful of any hoses that may be in the way.

Updated on 10 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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