17 00 008 Draining and adding coolant
Special tools required:
WARNING:
Danger of scalding!
Only carry out work on the cooling system after the engine has cooled down!
Only carry out work on the cooling system after the engine has cooled down!
IMPORTANT:
Lifetime coolant filling:
If removing radiator, oil-coolant heat exchanger or transmission oil cooler, do not reuse drained coolant!
If removing radiator, oil-coolant heat exchanger or transmission oil cooler, do not reuse drained coolant!
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
IMPORTANT:
Risk of slipping due to coolant on the floor.
Danger of injury!
Danger of injury!
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.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove intercooler
- 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.
Unfasten and detach coolant hose (1) from radiator housing.
Drain, catch and dispose of coolant.
Adding coolant:
Installation:
Observe venting instructions without fail.
Check COOLING SYSTEM for leaks.