64 11 273 Replacing water valve for heater (N63)

Special tools required:

WARNING: Risk of burning!
Work on the cooling system may only be carried out when it has cooled down.

NOTE: Clamp off COOLANT HOSES on water valve.

Recycling

Coolant emerges when coolant lines are detached. Have a suitable collecting vessel ready.

Catch and dispose of escaping coolant.

Observe country-specific waste disposal regulations.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, graphic shows engine removed.

Release hose clips (1) with special tool 17 2 050 and remove coolant hoses.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Pull water valve (3) upwards out of holders.

Installation note:

Do not mix up connections of coolant hoses.

Replace damaged coolant hoses.

Fig 1: Identifying Water Valve, Plug Connection And Hose Clips

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Installation note:

Make sure rubber mount (1) and guide lug (2) are securely seated in holders (3) on wheel arch body.

Fig 2: Identifying Holders, Guide Lug And Rubber Mount

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After installation: