Removing and installing radiator fans: VW Phaeton 4.2 (BGH, BGJ)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Phaeton (3D)

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📐 20 workshop diagrams for BGH

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Body - front; Assembly overview - sound insulation.
2. Remove front coolant pipe (1) from fan mounting by unscrewing bolts (arrows).
3. Remove front bumper General body repairs, exterior63Assembly overview - front bumper.
4. Detach left headlight Electrical system94Headlight.
5. Bring lock carrier into service position General body repairs, exterior50Body - front; Lock carrier - service position.

6. Remove fan support with fans .
7. Unscrew radiator fan V7(1) and radiator fan control unit J293(2).
8. Uncover cables.
9. Remove radiator fan V7.
10. Unscrew radiator fan 2V177(1) and radiator fan control unit 2J671(2).
11. Uncover cables.
12. Remove radiator fan 2V177.
13. Electrical connections and routing .
14. Check headlight adjustment and correct if necessary 17.1

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