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Instructions for Removing the Radiator Fan

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Radiator

To remove the radiator fan from the vehicle, you first need the appropriate wrenches: two long, flat wrenches (one to lock the fan's rotation and the other to loosen the mounting nut) that can also be purchased aftermarket. Once you have these wrenches, the operation is very simple. It is suggested to proceed in reverse order from what is shown in the video, meaning first remove the air duct to gain more maneuvering space for the fan removal. Then insert the wrenches, loosen the fan's mounting nut, completely unscrew it by turning, and extract it from its housing along with the plastic cover.

Updated on 17 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Adjust the Brightness of the Instrument Cluster on a Peugeot 3008?

To adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster on a Peugeot 3008, you need to turn on the ignition and access the settings via the menu located in the central area of the dashboard. In the screen that appears, select the "Display Configuration" option: now, by selecting the "Brightness" option, you can adjust it using the dedicated slider that will appear on the screen. The adjustment should be made with the headlights on as well as with them off. Once the adjustment is complete, you can turn off the instrument cluster.

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