17 00 005 Draining and adding coolant (N52, M57T2)

Special tools required: 

• 00 2 030  . See 00 MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Installation: 

Use only recommended coolant  .

Observe mixture ratio  (antifreeze/water).

Protective measures/rules of conduct: 

• Wear protective goggles
• Wear protective gloves
• Observe national/country-specific regulations

Catch and dispose of drained coolant in drip tray (1) and if necessary special tool 00 2 030  (universal hydraulic lifter).

Recycling: 

Observe country-specific waste-disposal regulations.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (00 2 030)

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove reinforcement plate 
• Follow instructions for working on cooling system  .

Draining coolant: 

Open cap (1) on coolant expansion tank (2).

Installation: 

Observe arrow marks on cap and expansion tank.

Fig 2: Identifying Cap On Coolant Expansion Tank

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If fitted, release drain plug (1) on coolant radiator at bottom. On coolant radiators which do not have a drain plug, remove coolant hose.

Drain, catch and dispose of coolant.

Fig 3: Identifying Drain Plug On Coolant Radiator

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Unfasten and detach coolant hose (1) from thermostat housing.

Drain, catch and dispose of coolant.

Fig 4: Identifying Coolant Hose

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Adding coolant: 

Use only recommended coolant  .

Observe mixture ratio  (antifreeze/water).

Installation: 

Observe venting instructions without fail. 

Vent cooling system  .

Check cooling system  for leaks.