11 51 000 Removing and installing/renewing coolant pump (M57T2-SCR)

Necessary preliminary work:

Release bolts (1), remove coolant pump (2).

Installation note:

Tightening torque, see 11 51 1AZ in WATER PUMP AND DRIVE .

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Pump And Bolts

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IMPORTANT: The sealing surface on the engine block must not be damaged during the following repair work.

Cut off connecting bridges (1) of gasket (2) accordingly (see below).

Fig 2: Identifying Connecting Bridges Of Gasket

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IMPORTANT:

Do not damage sealing surface.
Cut through connecting bridges (1) of gasket (2) with a small cross-cut chisel (3).
Remove gasket.
Clean sealing surface.

Installation note:

Before installation, first position new gasket on sealing surface on engine block and check for correct seating.

Fig 3: Cutting Connecting Bridges Of Gasket Using Small Cross-Cut Chisel

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Assemble engine.