Bmw Z3 Fan Clutch Removal

The exhaust center pipe should now be completely free.

Bmw z3 fan clutch removal.

I did my z3 my e28 and will be doing my m3 this week with the same tool from their shop. Its adjustable and works on many different vehicles. 3 9 out of 5. Using 12mm nut and 13mm bolt box end wrenches remove the 4 nuts and bolts 2 per pipe.

Idk if anyone has already done this or if its just common knowledge at this point but when i was looking up articles on removing the fan clutch i didn t come across anything this simple even the guys at pelican parts were saying the only practical way to remove the fan clutch is to use the special tool and they ve figured out how to do a lot. Skip the steps where the viscous fan is removed. Pmd products thin profile tools are compatible with repair and replace of bmw mercedes fan clutch and water pumps set includes 32mm 36mm 38mm 40mm 65mm wrenches. The best way to remove the fan clutch is to use your 32mm wrench in conjunction with the bmw special tool which holds the water pump pulley stationary.

Https amzn to 2vj6mqx i also show you ho. Others have reported success by jamming a screwdriver in between the bolt heads but imo having the right tools makes the job easier. Then remove the shroud following the steps below. You can buy the tool from samstag sales or bavarian autosport.

If so to remove it unplug the electrical connector. Wanna know how to get that fan off. Rental tools rock. Wiggle the flanges away from the place where the pipes join and a pair of gasket rings will drop out one per pipe.

Z3 1 9 fan clutch removal e36 7 z3 1996 2002 e36 7 z3 1996 2002 e36 7 z3 roadster z3 coupe z3 m roadster and z3 m coupe talk with our gurus here. I show you how in this video by using a special set of tools you can buy here. I will note the difference as needed. Auto zone will rent you a universal fan clutch tool.

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