17 00 ... Instructions for working on cooling system
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
WARNING:
Danger of scalding! Work on the cooling system should only be carried out when the engine has cooled down.
CAUTION:
When working on the oil, coolant or fuel circuit, you must protect the alternator against contamination.
Cover alternator with suitable materials.
Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.
Cover alternator with suitable materials.
Failure to comply with this procedure may result in an alternator malfunction.
CAUTION:
Open cooling system only when it has cooled down.
Opening the cooling system while hot can result in air entering the system.
This can cause overheating with permanent damage to the engine.
Opening the cooling system while hot can result in air entering the system.
This can cause overheating with permanent damage to the engine.
Recycling Catch and dispose of drained coolant. Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.
Instructions for disassembly/assembly of coolant hose fast-release couplings
Disassembly of fast-release coupling
Withdraw lock (1,2), disconnect hose.
Installation:
Check O-rings(1).
Do not coat O-rings (1) with antiseize agent.
Assembly of fast-release coupling
Press in lock (1) before installing fast-release coupling.
Push on hose.
Fast-release coupling must audibly snap into place.