64 12 577 Replacing changeover valve for independent/auxiliary heater
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WARNING:
Scalding hazard!
Work on the cooling system may only be carried out when it has cooled down.
Work on the cooling system may only be carried out when it has cooled down.
NOTE:
Disconnect coolant hoses from changeover valve for independent/auxiliary heater.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front left wheel arch trim. See 51 71 039 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (REAR SECTION) .
IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage! Observe coolant throughflow direction, mark coolant hoses before removing.
NOTE:
If necessary, catch escaping coolant.
Disconnect plug connection (1). Release spring clamps (2) and detach coolant hoses. Release nuts (3) and remove changeover valve for independent/auxiliary heater (4).
After installation: Vent cooling system and check for water leaks. See 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR WATER LEAKS .