17 11 000 Removing and installing radiator (N55)

WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.

IMPORTANT: Wear safety goggles and protective gloves.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Only automatic or twin-clutch gearbox:

Release bolt and detach hose (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Hose

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Only automatic or twin-clutch gearbox:

Release bolt (1) and detach hose (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Hose And Bolt

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Release screws.

Tightening torque 17 10 2AZ .

Carefully feed out radiator (1) towards top and remove.

Fig 3: Removing Radiator

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Reassemble the vehicle.