Compatibility Vehicle: 2002-2008 Mini Cooper About Cooling Fan: -OE design to ensure exact fit, form and function for an easy drop-in installation; -ISO 9001 certified manufacturing plants; -ABS Plastic with Metal Motor; -Built to strict quality control standards; How to Replace the Cooling Fan? Step 1 - Locate and disconnect the electrical connector for the cooling fan. Step 2 - Remove the lower mounting bolts that attach the fan to the radiator. (Note: Some vehicles have alignment dowels which need not be removed.) .