Replace hose clamp (5)

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Detach coolant hose (4) and lay to one side.

Release hose clamp (1) with a suitable tool.

Detach coolant hose (2) and lay to one side.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Installation note:

Plug connection (2) must snap audibly into place!

Lift out auxiliary water pump (1).

Release holder (3) from auxiliary water pump (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Holder And Auxiliary Water Pump

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Assemble engine.

Top up COOLANT .

VENTING INSTRUCTIONS must be observed without fail.