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Removing Fan Assembly

Model: Mercedes Classe M W163 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Radiator

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To remove the fan assembly located right in front of the radiator, first open the front bonnet and unscrew the fastening pins of the fan support frame (use a socket wrench with an extension); then disconnect the power connectors to free the fans and continue by removing the front headlights, taking off the lower trims; finally, complete the removal of the bonnet support crossmember to have enough maneuvering space to extract the fan assembly with its supporting frame.


Updated on 19 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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