17 11 Radiator and Mounting Parts
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ENGINE RADIATORS AND MOUNTING SPECIFICATION
| Application | Type | Thread | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Radiator to body | |||
| self-tapping screw | All | B6.3 | 9 Nm |
| All | M6 | 10 Nm | |
| 2AZ Drain plug to radiator | All | 2.5 Nm | |
| 3AZ Temperature switch to radiator (91 °C / 99 °C) max. | All | 15 Nm | |
| 4AZ Expansion tank to body | All | 9 Nm | |
| M57TU / E65 | 4 Nm | ||
| 5AZ Radiator on module carrier | E46 | 4 + 1 Nm | |
| 6AZ Retaining plate, expansion tank, to radiator | E46 | 4 + 1 Nm | |
| 7AZ Fan cowl on radiator | E46 | 4 + 1 Nm | |
| 8AZ Plug in radiator (temperature switch omitted) | E36/7 / M54 | M14 x 1.5 | 15 Nm |
| 9AZ Mounting plate to radiator | M57TU / E65 | 4.5 Nm | |
| 10AZ Radiator bracket | All | 2.5 Nm |