17 11 000 Removing and installing radiator (N63 B40/B44 O 0/1)

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

IMPORTANT: Wear safety goggles and protective gloves.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FAN COWL.
Drain COOLANT.
Unlock and detach coolant hoses on radiator.

Release screws (1) on left and right from cover (3).

Tightening torque 17 10 1AZ.

Release screws (2) behind sealing lip.

Tightening torque 17 10 1AZ.

Lift out cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Cover And Screws

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Remove radiator (1) towards top.

Fig 2: Removing Radiator Towards Top

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Reassemble the vehicle.

FILL THE COOLING SYSTEM.

Visual inspection of cooling system for tightness.