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R50/53 Power Steering Fan Retrofit

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Old Feb 4, 2026 | 11:50 AM
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Power Steering Fan Retrofit

For some time I searched for a solution to protect the power steering fan on my 06 GP.
I learned that certain 05-08 R52,R53 automatics were fitted with such a factory upgrade.
I looked in junk yards for the upgrade kit but found only broken or missing parts. Recently I found a source for used kits.
51-75-7-201-453 air channel
51-75-7-201-784 perforated underbody panel.
After receiving and cleaning the parts, I installed the kit. I did have to purchase two C-clip nuts (07-14-6-981-767) for the power steering fan housing. I found no problems installing the kit on my 06 GP. One possible issue might be the power steering housing. In my case, openings were present for the C-clip nuts.
For others that might have an interest in this upgrade, reach out for another bundle buy from my source or any additional information.
Power steering fan housing with openings for C-clip nuts.
Power steering fan housing with openings for C-clip nuts.
07-14-6-981-767 C-clip nuts
07-14-6-981-767 C-clip nuts


Manual transmission vs automatic transmission under panels
Manual transmission vs automatic transmission under panels

51-75-7-201-453 air channel mounted to 51-75-7-201-784 perforated engine under panel
51-75-7-201-453 air channel mounted to 51-75-7-201-784 perforated engine under panel

Power steering fan upgrade installed.
Power steering fan upgrade installed.

 

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Old Feb 4, 2026 | 04:43 PM
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Yep - it works. I have an 05 Auto, so mine came that way. Looks good
 
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Old Feb 5, 2026 | 07:07 AM
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Nice! Takes me back to 2006 era MINI upgrades!
 
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