Continental FA70581 Engine Cooling Fan Assembly

Engine Cooling Fan Assembly for Mercedes-Benz ML500

Restore proper engine cooling with this Continental engine cooling fan assembly, part number FA70581. Built for OE fit, form, and performance, it is a direct replacement for select 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500 applications and is engineered for quiet, dependable operation.

Key Features

• Continental engine cooling fan assembly for select Mercedes-Benz ML500 models
• Part number FA70581 for application-specific fitment
• 12-volt electric design with plug-in connection
• Single fan configuration with 11 plastic/metal S-blades
• Counterclockwise fan rotation and 35-amp rating
• Plastic shroud with black finish and metal/plastic construction
• Precision assembled and balanced for vibration-free operation
• Manufactured in ISO TS certified facilities to OEM specifications

Detailed Description

Continental FA70581 is an OE-style engine cooling fan assembly designed for 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500 vehicles. It uses a single 20.630-inch fan, bullet terminals, one plug connector, and a plug-in hardwired style for straightforward replacement of the original cooling fan assembly. With a 996.870 airflow rate, black plastic shroud, and balanced blade design, this unit is built to support consistent radiator airflow and stable engine temperature control. This part cross-references Genuine 1635000393 and MB3115120 for the same application.

Continental focuses on vehicle-specific cooling components, and FA70581 follows that approach with OE-matched fitment and tested performance. If you are searching for a Mercedes-Benz ML500 cooling fan assembly, engine cooling fan replacement, or Continental FA70581 for 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500, this part is built for that exact application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Overheating caused by a weak or failed cooling fan assembly
• Reduced radiator airflow at idle or low vehicle speed
• Noisy fan operation from worn bearings or unbalanced blades
• Intermittent cooling performance from electrical fan failure
• Fitment issues from non-OE replacement parts

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and fan rotation before installation. This assembly uses a plug connector with male bullet terminals and does not include a wiring harness, control unit, or mounting bracket. Confirm clearance, shroud dimensions, and vehicle-specific mounting points on the Mercedes-Benz ML500 before final installation. For best results, inspect related cooling system components such as the radiator, thermostat, and coolant condition during replacement.

Quality Assurance

Continental manufactures this cooling fan assembly in ISO TS certified facilities and tests it to OEM specifications. The FA70581 is built with all-new components and application-specific engineering for dependable fit and performance on select Mercedes-Benz ML500 models.