64 11 271 Replacing water valve for heater

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WARNING:

Danger of scalding!

Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

M57 only:

RELEASE FUEL COOLER AND PLACE TO ONE SIDE .

All:

Unfasten cable clip (1).

Disconnect connector (2).

Unfasten cable tie (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Clip, Connector, And Cable Tie

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Pull out water valve for heater (1) towards top.

Release hose clamps (2) and detach water hoses.

Remove water valve for heater (1).

Installation:

If necessary, replace grommets or rubber mount (4).

Feed pilot pin (3) into rubber mount (4).

Fill and vent cooling system. See VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR LEAKS (M54/M56) .

Fig 2: Identifying Water Valve, Hose Clamps, Pilot Pin, And Rubber Mount

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